Prabhas Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit goes on floors: muhurat, cast and what the collaboration means for pan-India cinema
Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga and pan-India star Prabhas officially kicked off their much-anticipated collaboration Spirit with a muhurat (pooja) ceremony on 23 November, marking the start of principal photography for a film that has become one of 2026’s most talked-about projects. The launch was attended by the cast and several industry figures; Megastar Chiranjeevi was present as the chief guest at the event, though director Vanga has clarified the veteran is not part of the film’s cast.
What we know (confirmed details)
- Principal photography began on 23 November 2025, with the muhurat ceremony held in Hyderabad and photographs shared by the production
- Cast: Prabhas headlines the film. Reported co-stars include Triptii Dimri (in what has been reported as her Telugu debut), Vivek Oberoi and Prakash Raj in significant roles
- Creative and production team: The film is directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and produced by Bhushan Kumar (T-Series), Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Pranay Reddy Vanga. Music is reported to be by Harshavardhan Rameshwar; stunts are being choreographed by stunt master Supreme Sundar and production design by Suresh Selvarajan, according to production notes released around the launch.
- Format & scope: The film is being positioned as a pan-India, high-octane cop action drama featuring Prabhas in a police-officer role; some trade reports say the story centres on a disgraced IPS officer up against an international crime syndicate and may be structured to allow an open ending and a possible sequel. These plot sketches are being reported by multiple entertainment outlets but are not yet confirmed in full by the maker.
The promotional rollout so far
The production has already begun limited promotional activity: an audio/teaser track and concept material labelled SPIRIT and the hashtag #OneBadHabit surfaced in recent weeks, generating online discussion among fans and trade media. Some media stories have also flagged spirited fan speculation about the film’s tone and a provocative line in early audio teasers that prompted debate — coverage that the makers have not expanded into plot details. As always, media reports discussing speculative or sensational beats should be read as unconfirmed until the production issues official statements.
Why this collaboration matters
- Star + auteur combination: Prabhas is one of India’s most bankable pan-Indian stars after the Baahubali franchise and subsequent hits; Sandeep Reddy Vanga is a director whose Arjun Reddy and Animal (Hindi) earned intense audience interest and strong box-office attention for their raw, stylised tone. Their coming together naturally creates high commercial expectations and media coverage across Telugu, Hindi and other language markets.
- Pan-India market dynamics: The film’s positioning as a multi-language release (Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and international markets listed in early material) reflects the continuing strategy of producing big-budget Indian films for a nationwide—and increasingly global—audience. A successful release would reinforce the recent trend where southern star vehicles break beyond regional box-office borders.
- Career and industry impact: For Triptii Dimri, the project is widely reported as a high-profile Telugu debut and an important step in her career; for Prabhas and Vanga, the film will be measured against recent high-profile, auteur-driven action dramas and will influence casting and creative choices across big commercial projects in 2026.
What to watch for next (verified or likely milestones)
- Official full cast list and a confirmed shooting schedule from the production team.
- First-look poster, trailer and release date announcement (producers have begun teasing material; a formal release date is expected later).
- Any official clarification from the makers on plot specifics and whether the makers intend Spirit to be a single film or a franchise (reports of an open ending exist in trade press).
Responsible reporting note
Multiple outlets have reported on audio teasers and fan speculation (including about provocative on-screen moments). Those items remain media reports and social-media commentary; where possible I have relied on production announcements and established trade outlets for confirmed facts. Readers should treat unverified plot details or sensational claims as speculative until the production provides official confirmation.
Sources
- Cinema Express — “Prabhas-Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit goes on floors” (muhurat / launch coverage).
- Bollywood Hungama — “Prabhas–Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit begins filming” (launch / attendance details).
- India Today — muhurat ceremony photos and launch coverage
- Moneycontrol / Newstodaynet — production credits and technical team details shared at launch.
- Times of India — reporting on teaser reactions and story reports (noting some items remain unconfirmed).
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Last Updated on: Monday, November 24, 2025 1:19 pm by Sakethyadav | Published by: Sakethyadav on Monday, November 24, 2025 1:19 pm | News Categories: Entertainment
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