In a scathing statement, renowned Bollywood director Sandeep Reddy Vanga has lashed out at an unnamed actor over what he has described as “dirty PR games” surrounding the sudden departure of Deepika Padukone from his upcoming film, “Spirit”, starring superstar Prabhas.
The controversy erupted last week when it was announced that Padukone had exited the project, citing “creative differences”. However, Vanga is now alleging that the decision was not mutual and that the actress was ousted from the film due to the machinations of a rival actor.
“It’s unfortunate that certain individuals in the industry resort to such underhanded tactics to further their own agendas,” Vanga said in his statement. “Deepika is a talented and respected actress, and we had been excited to have her on board. But clearly, there were forces at play that sought to derail our project for their own selfish reasons.”
While Vanga did not name the actor responsible, industry insiders suggest that the feud may be linked to an ongoing rivalry between Padukone and another top Bollywood star. The two actresses have been vying for similar roles and endorsement deals, and the competition has reportedly grown increasingly heated in recent months.
In his statement, Vanga expressed his disappointment with the situation, stating that the “dirty PR games” have had a detrimental impact on the production of “Spirit”. He assured fans, however, that the film will move forward with a new leading lady, and that the project remains on track for its scheduled release.
“We are committed to delivering a cinematic experience that will captivate audiences,” Vanga said. “While the road has been rocky, we remain focused on our vision and are confident that ‘Spirit’ will emerge as a triumph, both for the team and for the industry as a whole.”
The director’s scathing remarks have sent shockwaves through the Bollywood community, with many industry insiders weighing in on the controversy. Some have defended Vanga’s stance, while others have criticized him for airing the dispute in public. Regardless, the fallout from this scandal is sure to have lasting repercussions in the Indian film industry.
