Triptii Dimri Joins the Cast of Spirit

Triptii Dimri has officially been cast as the female lead in Spirit, starring alongside Prabhas. This exciting news was confirmed by director Sandeep Reddy Vanga on social media, putting an end to weeks of speculation surrounding the film’s casting, especially after Deepika Padukone unexpectedly exited the project.

Heartfelt Announcement

On Saturday, Triptii shared the film’s title poster in various languages, expressing her gratitude in a heartfelt note: “Still sinking in… So grateful to be trusted with this journey. Thank you @sandeepreddy.vanga… Honoured to be a part of your vision.” Vanga welcomed her to the team, stating, “The female lead for my film is now official :-).”

Deepika Padukone’s Departure

Reports indicate that Deepika Padukone’s exit was due to disagreements over her fee and schedule. Allegedly, the Padmaavat actress requested over Rs 20 crore in remuneration and shorter working hours to accommodate her responsibilities as a new mother. These demands reportedly conflicted with Vanga’s vision and working style.

Triptii’s Compensation

According to Telugu 360, Triptii is set to receive around Rs 4 crore for her role, which is significantly lower than Deepika’s reported fee. While these financial details remain unconfirmed, Triptii’s previous collaboration with Vanga on Animal has fostered a strong working relationship.

Vanga’s Cryptic Response

In light of the casting changes, Sandeep Reddy Vanga took to Twitter to share a pointed message, seemingly addressing Deepika’s departure without naming her. He stated, “When I narrate a story to an actor, I place 100% faith… You’ve ‘DISCLOSED’ the person that you are… Putting down a younger actor and ousting my story? Is this what your feminism stands for?” He emphasized the importance of filmmaking to him and accused the unnamed actress of engaging in “dirty PR games.”

Triptii’s Rising Career

Triptii Dimri’s casting comes at a crucial juncture in her career, especially following her success in Animal. Her pairing with Prabhas in Spirit has already sparked excitement among fans.

Deepika’s Future Projects

Meanwhile, Deepika Padukone is reportedly in discussions to join Allu Arjun’s upcoming film directed by Atlee. She is also rumored to return for the sequel of Kalki 2898 AD and to collaborate with Shah Rukh Khan on his next project, King, although official announcements are still pending.