Deepika Padukone: It is known that Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who shook Bollywood with ‘Animal’, will now be making a pan India movie ‘Spirit’ with Prabhas. Prabhas will be seen in the role of a powerful policeman for the first time in this film, which is in the pre-production stage. While the makers are looking for a heroine with national craze for this crazy project, talk is that Deepika Padukone has been approached. She demanded a remuneration of Rs. 20 crores, and the producers have reportedly agreed. If this is true, Deepika will become the highest paid heroine in the country. Prabhas-Deepika will be the hat-trick combo with ‘Spirit’.
In the past, the remuneration for heroines was significantly lower than that of heroes. However, times have changed, and now heroines are also demanding and receiving higher pay. Due to their popularity, producers are complying with their requests without hesitation. For instance, Nayanthara was approached for a film featuring Chiranjeevi and Anil Ravipudi and reportedly demanded Rs. 18 crores. Recently, rumors have surfaced that Deepika Padukone asked for an astonishing amount for her role in the movie ‘Spirit.’ While the producers were initially taken aback by her request, they ultimately agreed to meet her demands.
Telugu director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who made waves in Bollywood with his film ‘Animal,’ is set to direct ‘Spirit’ starring Pan India star Prabhas. The pre-production work is currently underway, and the film will soon begin shooting. Prabhas will play a powerful role as a super cop for the first time in his career, which has generated significant excitement among fans. Their eagerness to see when filming will commence is palpable.
Since ‘Spirit’ is a Pan India project, the filmmakers are eager to cast a heroine with national appeal. Deepika Padukone is reportedly being considered for this role. When she asked for a remuneration of Rs. 20 crores, the producers stated they would accommodate her request. While official confirmation is still pending, if this information is accurate, she would become the highest-paid heroine in the country. Prabhas and Deepika previously teamed up for the movie ‘Kalki 2898AD’ and are set to appear together in its sequel. If Deepika is confirmed for ‘Spirit,’ it will mark a hat-trick collaboration between the two.
Since the announcement of the ‘Spirit’ project, there have been constant rumors, particularly regarding the casting of the heroine. Various names have been suggested, including Mrunal Thakur, Alia Bhatt, and Rashmika Mandanna. While these actress names have gained traction among fans, the makers have not yet made any official announcements. Recently, there has been a significant focus on Deepika Padukone’s remuneration, prompting Prabhas’s fans to call for clarity on the situation.
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