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Spirit Exit Controversy: Deepika Padukone Supports Post Calling Out Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Brother Pranay Over 10% Profit Share

Pranay Reddy Vanga said Padukone sought 10% of net profits, and the role was later recast after disputes over pay and scheduling.

  • Actor Deepika Padukone walked out of the film Spirit nearly a year ago, with Triptii Dimri now playing the character.
  • Producer Pranay Reddy Vanga claimed scheduling and remuneration disputes drove the departure, alleging Padukone requested 10 per cent of the film's profits.
  • Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga initially sought to collaborate with Padukone due to her work, though casting decisions ultimately remained his as project needs shifted.
  • The director plans a six-month break after Spirit releases before beginning work on Animal Park, the sequel to the 2023 blockbuster Animal.
  • Public discourse has recently focused on the casting change, though the underlying dispute remains centered on financial and scheduling claims attributed to the producers.
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Amidst the renewed controversy over the film 'Spirit', a source claimed that Deepika Padukone met Sandeep Reddy Vanga only once and was never told the full story.

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ODISHA BYTES broke the news on Friday, August 21, 2026.
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