Deepika Padukone Exits Spirit Over Profit-Sharing and Scheduling Disputes, Producer Says
Deepika Padukone exited the film Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and starring Prabhas, after prolonged negotiations over remuneration, working hours, and profit-sharing demands. Producer Pranay Reddy Vanga stated that Deepika sought 10 percent of the film's post-release profits, which, along with scheduling and budget concerns, led to the decision to replace her with Triptii Dimri. Pranay also alleged that confidential plot details were leaked following casting disputes. The controversy has sparked debate about pay parity and working conditions in the industry.
First-hand measurement across 12 sources
We measured how 12 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 (47/100). Lens Score 28/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, news18, indiatoday, httpswwwoutlookindiacom, english, freepressjournal, economictimes, ndtv, and 4 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
timesnow broke this story on 21 Aug, 01:33 am. Other outlets followed.