Yes, filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga has seemingly taken a veiled jab at actress Deepika Padukone following her exit from his upcoming film Spirit, starring Prabhas. Although he did not mention her by name, his recent social media posts have led many to believe that his comments were directed at her.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Vanga expressed his disappointment over a breach of trust, stating:
“When I narrate a story to an actor, I place 100% faith. There is an unsaid NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) between us. But by doing this, you’ve ‘DISCLOSED’ the person that you are.”
He further criticized the unnamed actor for engaging in “dirty PR games” and questioned their understanding of feminism. This backlash comes after reports that Deepika Padukone exited Spirit due to creative differences. Following her departure, actress Triptii Dimri was cast in the lead female role.
The controversy has sparked discussions on social media, with opinions divided on the matter. Some view Vanga’s comments as a justified response to professional misconduct, while others criticize them as potentially misogynistic.