Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga continues to strategically build momentum around his upcoming pan-India actioner Spirit, headlined by Prabhas.
On 26 February, Vanga sparked anticipation by announcing he would drop a major update within 90 minutes. True to his word, the director revealed the first look of actor Vivek Oberoi and debutant Aishwarya Desai, adding fresh intrigue to the much-anticipated project.
Sources indicate that both Oberoi and Desai play pivotal roles in the film, which also stars Baahubali lead Prabhas and Animal breakout Triptii Dimri.
The newly released poster leans into a dark and brooding aesthetic, presenting Oberoi and Desai in intense, edgy avatars, hinting at the film’s high-stakes narrative and gritty tone.
Dimri stepped into the project after Deepika Padukone, who was initially expected to star opposite Prabhas, exited the film.
Filming for the Vanga directorial began in December last year and is progressing steadily. The film is scheduled for a grand theatrical release on 5 March, 2027.
While plot details remain tightly under wraps, industry speculation suggests that Prabhas will portray an angry young police officer taking on a formidable mafia syndicate, setting the stage for an intense action drama.
Adding to the industry buzz, reports suggest that Trivikram Srinivas and Ravi Teja’s sons, Rishie Manoj and Mahadhan Bhupathiraju, are part of the assistant directors’ team.
Mounted as a large-scale entertainer, Spirit will release in eight languages. The film is backed by T-Series Films and Bhadrakali Pictures.
Written, edited and directed by Vanga, the project is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga, Krishan Kumar and Prabhakar Reddy Vanga.
With its steady stream of updates and a star-driven cast, Spirit continues to dominate conversation as one of Indian cinema’s most anticipated releases.