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Deepika Padukone Likes Post Criticising Sandeep Reddy Vanga Over 'Spirit' Controversy
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🗓 22 Aug 2026, 12:38 PM
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Actress Deepika Padukone gave a social‑media like to a post that condemned director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and his brother amid the ongoing 'Spirit' film controversy.
Deepika Padukone, one of Bollywood's leading actresses, recently liked a social‑media post that sharply criticised filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga and his brother. The post, shared on a popular platform, accused the brothers of mishandling the promotion and narrative surrounding the upcoming film "Spirit".
The controversy over "Spirit" has been building after several industry insiders raised concerns about its storyline and alleged creative differences within the production team. Vanga, known for his recent successes, has faced a wave of online scrutiny, with critics questioning the film's direction and the involvement of his brother in key decisions.
Padukone's interaction with the post has drawn attention, as her endorsement—albeit a simple like—can amplify public discourse. While she has not issued a formal statement, observers note that her engagement signals a growing awareness among top actors of the debates shaping the Hindi film industry today.
The controversy over "Spirit" has been building after several industry insiders raised concerns about its storyline and alleged creative differences within the production team. Vanga, known for his recent successes, has faced a wave of online scrutiny, with critics questioning the film's direction and the involvement of his brother in key decisions.
Padukone's interaction with the post has drawn attention, as her endorsement—albeit a simple like—can amplify public discourse. While she has not issued a formal statement, observers note that her engagement signals a growing awareness among top actors of the debates shaping the Hindi film industry today.