Post Deepika Padukone's exit from Spirit, Sandeep Reddy Vanga blames 'Dirty PR Games'

Sandeep Reddy Vanga seemingly targeted Deepika Padukone with a critical post on X (formerly Twitter) after her exit from the Prabhas film "Spirit." The filmmaker, though not explicitly naming Deepika, accused her of using "dirty PR games" and divulging plot details.

When I narrate a story to an actor, I place 100% faith. There is an unsaid NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) between us. But by doing this, You’ve ‘DISCLOSED’ the person that you are…Putting down a Younger actor and ousting my story? Is this what your feminism stands for? As a filmmaker, I put years of hard work behind my craft & for me, filmmaking is everything. You didn’t get it. You won’t get it. You will never get it

- Sandeep Reddy Vanga

“Aisa karo…. Agli baar poori kahani bolna… kyunki mujhe jarra bhi farak nahi padtha. #dirtyPRgames. I like this kahawath very much 🙂 ????? ??? ?????? ???? ???? !" he added.

Recent reports indicate Sandeep Reddy Vanga's decision to remove Deepika Padukone from "Spirit." Allegedly, her requests for an eight-hour workday, a significant salary, and a share of the film's profits were not accepted by Vanga. The actress, who is a new mother, aimed to balance her professional and personal life by reducing her working hours. This led to her exit from the project, which would have been her second collaboration with Prabhas, following their work on "Kalki 2898 AD."

Following Deepika’s exit, Triptii Dimri was confirmed to play a part in the film. The actress confirmed her role as the female lead in ‘Spirit’ on Saturday through a post on social media. She posted a picture of the title poster with her name in various Indian and international languages. Expressing her gratitude, she wrote, “Still sinking in… So grateful to be trusted with this journey. Thank you @sandeepreddy.vanga… Honoured to be a part of your vision."