Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit Locks Shoot Month

They�ve said �shoot starts soon� more than once. But now, the word comes straight from the camp: Spirit, starring Prabhas and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, is officially rolling cameras this September. The update didn�t arrive via a press release or social media drop; it came casually from Pranay Reddy Vanga, Sandeep�s brother and one of the film�s producers, while chatting at the Celebrity Cricket Mela in the USA. Subtle, but solid.

Originally slated to kick off in December 2024, Spirit had been stalled by scheduling traffic, behind-the-scenes tweaks, and the reshuffling of the female lead. Deepika Padukone was reportedly the first choice, but creative and calendar clashes saw her walk. In stepped Triptii Dimri, who had just ridden high on Animal. The vibe around this casting change? Quiet relief. A fresh face, fewer complications.

Sources say Vanga didn�t just want Prabhas, he wanted only Prabhas, fully locked in. No juggling other sets, no overlapping shoots. A bold ask, considering Prabhas is already neck-deep in multiple commitments. That condition, combined with the actor�s backlog of big-budget films, caused the project to simmer longer than expected. It�s not frustration anymore; it�s just cautious hope.

And that�s the mood among fans: hopeful, but not popping the party crackers just yet. Announcements have come and gone before. This time, all eyes are on September, not for posters or teasers, but to see if the camera finally rolls. If it does, Spirit might not just be a title; it could finally become the spark fans have been waiting on for too long.