Deepika Padukone Exits Spirit Over Profit Share Demand and Scheduling Disputes
Deepika Padukone exited the film Spirit after prolonged negotiations involving her remuneration, working hours, and a reported demand for 10 percent of the film's profits. Producer Pranay Reddy Vanga, brother of director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, stated that despite willingness to increase her fee, the financial terms did not align with the film's budget. He also alleged that confidential plot details were leaked following casting changes. Deepika has not publicly responded but liked a post criticizing the handling of the situation and highlighting gender biases in the industry.
First-hand measurement across 15 sources
We measured how 15 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (48/100). Lens Score 28/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, timesnow, news18, moneycontrol, thetelegraph, wion, hindustantimes, hindustantimes, and 7 more. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment ranged widely across outlets — from 28/100 to 68/100 — a sign the coverage itself was contested, not just reported.
Coverage timeline
ndtv broke this story on 21 Aug, 04:39 am. Other outlets followed.