'Spirit' controversy: Sandeep Reddy Vanga's brother alleges 'multiple things' led to Deepika Padukone's exit; actress sought 10% profit share, 'leaked' film details
- Posted on August 21, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
The departure of Deepika Padukone from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's upcoming film 'Spirit' has ignited significant industry debate. Director Vanga's brother has now revealed multiple factors contributed to the actress's exit beyond previously reported remuneration disputes. New allegations suggest Padukone demanded a substantial 10% profit participation and concerns arose regarding confidential project information being disclosed, adding complexity to the casting upheaval involving co-star Prabhas.
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'Spirit' controversy: Sandeep Reddy Vanga's brother alleges 'multiple things' led to Deepika Padukone's exit; actress sought 10% profit share, 'leaked' film details
Deepika Padukone’s exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit, starring Prabhas, had sparked a major controversy, with reports at the time claiming that differences over remuneration and working hours were behind the last-minute casting change.
