Despite their strong bond, their relationship was marred by controversy as Prabhu Deva was still married to Latha, who publicly opposed the relationship . The situation grew more complicated when Prabhu Deva announced plans to marry Nayanthara , but due to Latha’s refusal to grant him a divorce, the relationship eventually fell apart. Nagarjuna recalls confronting Nayanthara about her relationship with Simbu, saying, "Why are you doing this to yourself?’ Nayanthara spoke about her first relationship , describing it as being ... Reports suggest Nayanthara was romantically involved with Prabhu Deva between 2010 and 2013, during which Prabhu, though married, expressed his intent to divorce his wife, Latha, and marry Nayanthara . Despite the public scrutiny, Nayanthara remained silent about the relationship . Amid these circumstances, she stepped away from acting in 2011 for about two years, even as her career was at its peak. The Netflix documentary Nayanthara : Beyond the Fairytale offers an intimate look at the life of the celebrated actress. In candid moments, Nayanthara reflects on her past relationships , the challenges she faced, and the journey to finding peace with her husband, filmmaker Vignesh Shivan.
