Sandeep Vanga Removed Her, But Allu Arjun’s Director Praising Her!

It is already known that Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has been removed from Spirit by the director of the film, Sandeep Reddy Vanga. She was removed from Kalki 2 by Nag Ashwin. But the very same Deepika Padukone is now being praised to the sky by Tamil Director Atlee who’s working with her on the ongoing Allu Arjun film.

The contrast between how filmmakers are approaching Deepika Padukone right now is striking. On one side, reports suggest that Sandeep Reddy Vanga decided to remove her from Spirit, a move that surprised many given her star power and recent success.

While the reasons have not been officially detailed, the decision sparked discussion in industry circles about creative differences and changing priorities in big budget films.

On the other side stands Atlee, who appears to be doing the exact opposite. The director has openly praised Deepika, calling her his lucky charm and repeatedly expressing how fortunate he feels to work with her again after Jawan.

For Atlee, Deepika is not just a leading actress but a key pillar of his vision for his upcoming mega project. He has been vocal about her professionalism, screen presence, and the positive energy she brings to a set, making it clear that he strongly wanted her on board.

This sharp contrast underlines how subjective casting decisions can be in the film industry. While one director may feel an actor no longer fits his narrative or working style, another may see the same actor as essential to the film’s scale and success. In Deepika’s case, Atlee’s strong backing reinforces her standing as a top tier star, even as individual projects move in different directions.