Overview

• Deepika Padukone exited Spirit amid reports of disputes over bold scenes, an eight-hour workday, ₹20 crore remuneration and profit-sharing terms.
• Sandeep Reddy Vanga accused her on social media of playing “dirty PR games” and breaching a non-disclosure agreement by revealing confidential plot details.
• Triptii Dimri, who starred in Vanga’s Animal, has been officially confirmed as the new female lead opposite Prabhas at a lower fee.
• Producers T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures describe Spirit as an A-rated action thriller featuring violent and bold sequences now in pre-production.
• Padukone has remained composed, stating that her choices reflect authenticity and inner conviction as the film moves forward.