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News18
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Deepika Padukone To Be Replaced By THIS Actress In Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit?
Last Updated: Sandeep Reddy Vanga is reportedly in talks with a Kannada actress to replace Deepika Padukone. Sandeep Reddy Vanga has reportedly removed Deepika Padukone from the Prabhas-starrer, Spirit. As fans were anticipating Deepika Padukone's collaboration with Sandeep Reddy Vanga, many Telugu outlets claimed that she is no longer a part of the project due to clashes over her demands. Amid this, reports claim that Sandeep Reddy Vanga could cast Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead. According to Aakashvaani, Sapta Sagradaache Ello fame Rukmini Vasanth could replace Deepika Padukone in the film. Makers are reportedly in talks with Rukmini, and there is no official confirmation on this yet. This report comes after Deepika Padukone's alleged removal from the film. According to multiple Telugu outlets, including Gulte and Deepika allegedly requested an 8-hour workday, which reportedly translates to just about 6 hours of actual shoot time. Things escalated further when the actress is said to have demanded a hefty remuneration along with a percentage of the film's profits. Additionally, insiders claim she refused to deliver her dialogues in Telugu. The reports further add that Deepika was set to receive her biggest paycheck to date for Spirit, quoting an alleged Rs 20 crore fee. According to the reports, the Spirit is in the final scripting stage, and the shooting will start in October this year. The story of the Spirit is still under wraps, but according to Pinkvilla, Vanga is focusing on a high-octane action drama. As per Pinkvilla, Vagna worked for six months on the script to come up with a groundbreaking idea. Reportedly, Prabhas will undergo an intense physical transformation for the film. Sandeep Reddy Vanga has reportedly advised Prabhas to maintain a lean physique for the character. He will be playing a cop in the film. If everything works well, this action film, backed by the T-series and Bhadrakali Pictures, will be released on the big screens in 2027. First Published:
India.com
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Deepika Padukone drops out of Prabhas' Spirit due to feud with Sandeep Reddy Vanga? The reason is...
Reports are doing the rounds on the internet that director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who has delivered back-to-back hits, had an argument with actress Deepika Padukone. The two were all set to begin filming for the big-budget film Spirit, which also stars Prabhas in the lead role. This is a pan-world release and was supposed to be Deepika's first film after the birth of her daughter, Dua. However, the news coming in now is truly shocking. According to recent reports, Deepika is no longer part of the film. Several Telugu outlets, including Gulte and have reported that Sandeep Reddy Vanga has allegedly ousted Deepika due to her demands. Insiders have described Deepika's behaviour as unprofessional. According to reports, Deepika had put forward several conditions for doing the film, which led to significant conflict between her and the director. For instance, she requested an 8-hour workday, which effectively allowed only 6 hours of actual shoot time. She also demanded a massive fee of Rs 20 crore, the highest she has ever asked for, and even requested a share in the film's profits. Additionally, reports suggest that she refused to deliver her lines in Telugu. Things didn't go as planned between Deepika and Vanga, and the two eventually decided to part ways. The team is now looking for her replacement. However, neither Deepika nor Vanga has issued any official statement regarding her exit from Spirit.
News18
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Deepika Padukone Left Film As Director Couldn't 'Afford' Her: 'Have To Accomodate The Male'
Last Updated: Deepika Padukone was asked to lower her fee due to the male actor's high charge, even when his films weren't doing as well as her films. Sandeep Reddy Vanga has reportedly removed Deepika Padukone from the Prabhas-starrer, Spirit. As fans were anticipating Deepika Padukone's collaboration with Sandeep Reddy Vanga, many Telugu outlets claimed that she is no longer a part of the project due to clashes over her demands. Amid this, the actress's fans have come to her defence, and her old video has resurfaced on social media. In the video, Deepika spoke about how she has bridged the pay gap between her and her male co-stars by demanding appropriate remuneration. Deepika said in the video, 'For myself, I think I have been able to bridge that gap in terms of what my male contemporaries are getting versus what I'm getting paid. There was a recent incident when a director offered us a film… Creatively, I liked it. Then it came to talking about the monies." Exactly! Six years since that iconic statement and Deepika Padukone is still out here holding the damn line for herself and every woman who's ever been told to 'adjust" for the sake of a male-led project. — Dua Padukone (@Duapadukone) May 21, 2025 She continued, 'I said, 'Okay, this is what I would charge.' It kind of went back and forth where he came back and said, 'You know, actually, we won't be able to afford this because we have to accommodate the male, you know.' I said okay, then, goodbye, because I know my track record. I know what I'm worth. I know that his films haven't been doing as well as my films have been doing." 'It made absolutely no sense. So, I was okay to say no to that film based on that one thing because I just thought it was unfair. I am ready today to take those steps or measures for myself because I'm going to be able to sleep peacefully at night. I don't think I'd be able to live with that sort of thought, knowing that I've been a part of a film, had the same sort of creative contribution or bringing the same sort of value to a film, but being underpaid. I was not okay with that," the actress concluded. While the video is from an event held six years ago, it is going viral in light of reports that Deepika has been removed from Spirit because of her demands. According to multiple Telugu outlets, including Gulte and Deepika allegedly requested an 8-hour workday, which reportedly translates to just about 6 hours of actual shoot time. Things escalated further when the actress is said to have demanded a hefty remuneration along with a percentage of the film's profits. Additionally, insiders claim she refused to deliver her dialogues in Telugu. The reports further add that Deepika was set to receive her biggest paycheck to date for Spirit, quoting an alleged Rs 20 crore fee. First Published:
News18
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Deepika Padukone 'REMOVED' From Prabhas' Spirit Over Her Demands; Sandeep Reddy Vanga 'Upset'
Last Updated: Deepika Padukone is reportedly no longer part of Spirit after director Sandeep Reddy Vanga was irked by her 'unprofessional' demands. Sandeep Reddy Vanga, known for helming Kabir Singh and Animal, is gearing up for his next big project, Spirit, starring Prabhas in the lead. The film, set to have a pan-world release, was initially said to feature Deepika Padukone as the female lead. However, if recent reports are to be believed, the actress is no longer part of the film. According to multiple Telugu outlets, including Gulte and Vanga reportedly removed Deepika from the project after repeated clashes over her demands, which were deemed 'unprofessional" by insiders. Deepika allegedly requested an 8-hour workday, which reportedly translated to just about 6 hours of actual shoot time. Things escalated further when the actress is said to have demanded a hefty remuneration along with a percentage of the film's profits. Additionally, insiders claim she refused to deliver her dialogues in Telugu. The reports further add that Deepika was set to receive her biggest paycheck to date for Spirit, quoting an alleged Rs 20 crore fee. However, her stance on multiple aspects of the shoot apparently frustrated Vanga to a point where he has now decided to part ways with her. He is said to be scouting for a replacement already. Interestingly, earlier reports by Pinkvilla had attributed the delay in Spirit's shoot to Deepika's pregnancy. The film was initially slated to begin filming in late 2024. Due to scheduling conflicts, she had declined the role, but the director reportedly returned with revised shoot timelines, prompting her to sign on. Deepika Padukone was last seen in Jawan and Kalki 2898 AD. While she hasn't officially announced her upcoming slate, buzz suggests she'll be part of Kalki's sequel and might also appear in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War as well as King. Neither Deepika nor Sandeep Reddy Vanga has officially commented on the exit reports, but the casting update has already created a stir online. First Published:
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nani opens up about his film with Sujeeth: ‘It is delayed because of Pawan Kalyan's OG'
Tollywood star Nani has addressed the ongoing speculation about his collaboration with director Sujeeth . While fans were eagerly awaiting updates on their joint venture, the actor recently confirmed that the project has been postponed for now. During a recent conversation with Nani clarified, 'My film with Sujeeth has been delayed because he needs to complete OG before starting mine. He is working on it. It will mostly begin after The Paradise.' 'Saaho' director Sujeeth is currently preoccupied with completing 'OG', a high-profile gangster drama starring Pawan Kalyan . Srinidhi & Nani Boost 'Hit 3' Promotion by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Upto 15% Discount for Salaried Individuals ICICI Pru Life Insurance Plan Get Quote Undo Nani, who is now gearing up for the release of 'HIT 3' on May 1, is fully committed to wrapping up 'The Paradise' with director Srikanth Odela. Nani remarked that The Paradise is shaping up to exceed expectations and that he will likely begin Sujeeth's project only after its completion. Meanwhile, 'OG' continues to face delays due to Pawan Kalyan's dual responsibilities. With his political role as the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and a demanding film schedule, the shoot has experienced several interruptions, pushing back the original release timeline set for September 27, 2024. On the other hand, 'HIT 3', which is gearing up for a theatrical release on 1 May, showcases Nani in a rugged cop avatar—Arjun Sarkaar. Directed by Sailesh Kolanu, the film appears to blend raw emotion with high-stakes action. The trailer has already created a buzz online with glimpses of Nani's intense, violent avatar and blood-soaked frames. 'HIT 3' is the third instalment in the 'HIT' Universe and also features Srinidhi Shetty , Adil Pala, Rao Ramesh, Brahmaji, and Maganti Srinath in key roles.
