Deepika Padukone Removed from Prabhas Starrer ‘Spirit’ Over Unprofessional Demands –

Deepika Padukone Removed from 'Spirit'

In a surprising development, Deepika Padukone has reportedly been removed from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s highly anticipated film Spirit, starring Prabhas in the lead role. Deepika and Prabhas were set to star together after the success of Kalki 2898 AD, but it seems that things are not working out well. According to media reports from South Indian entertainment portals, the decision to remove Padukone came after creative differences and disagreements over scheduling and on-set expectations.

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Sources close to the production claim that the Pathaan actress requested a strict 8-hour workday, which did not align with the director's vision for the film’s intensive shooting schedule. This reportedly upset Vanga, leading to her removal from the project rather than an amicable exit. The production team has not released an official statement, but insiders suggest that the search for a new female lead is already underway.

Spirit is expected to be a high-octane action drama, with Prabhas playing a fierce police officer. The film has been in the pre-production stage for months and was slated to begin filming later this year. Vanga's return after the remarkable success of Animal has been awaited by fans.

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Reports also suggest that Deepika was poised to earn her highest fee yet—an estimated Rs 20 crore—for Spirit. However, her firm stance on several production-related matters reportedly left director Sandeep Reddy Vanga frustrated, ultimately leading him to end their collaboration.

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