Sandeep Reddy Vanga Clears the Air: Chiranjeevi Not Playing Prabhas’ Father in Spirit

For the past few days, social media has been buzzing with speculation that Megastar Chiranjeevi would be playing Prabhas’ father in Spirit, the highly anticipated film directed by Animal fame Sandeep Reddy Vanga. However, the filmmaker has now officially quashed the rumors.

During a recent interaction with the Jigris team, Vanga categorically denied the reports, confirming that Chiranjeevi is not part of the film “in any capacity.”

As reported by 123 Telugu, Vanga stated, “Chiranjeevi garu is not playing Prabhas’ father or any role in Spirit. These are just baseless rumours.”

Interestingly, when asked about the buzz that South Korean actor Don Lee (of Train to Busan fame) might be playing the antagonist, Vanga neither confirmed nor denied the speculation, keeping fans intrigued.

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Prabhas to Play an Intense Cop Role

According to Filmfare, Prabhas will be seen as a tough IPS officer in Spirit. The actor is expected to undergo a look test soon, as Vanga wants to finalise the perfect style for the character.

A source revealed, “A photoshoot will be organised to lock Prabhas’ look and hairstyle for the cop role. The superstar has even shed extra kilos and now looks lean, mean, and ready to thrill his fans.”

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Audio Teaser Offers a Glimpse of Prabhas’ Fierce Avatar

Last month, the makers released a one-minute-long audio teaser in five languages. The teaser opens with a jailer and his assistant discussing an ex-cop in remand. In the final moments, Prabhas’ powerful voice is heard saying:

“Sir, since childhood, I have one bad habit... right from childhood, I have one bad habit.”

The line instantly went viral, giving fans a taste of the raw aggression and attitude the actor will bring to his role.

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What We Know So Far About Spirit

Spirit marks Prabhas’ first collaboration with Sandeep Reddy Vanga and is touted to be one of the actor’s most intense and gritty performances to date. The story reportedly follows an angry young cop who takes on a powerful mafia syndicate.

Initially, Deepika Padukone was in talks to play the female lead but walked out after failed negotiations. The role has since gone to Triptii Dimri, marking her Telugu cinema debut.

With Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s signature intensity and Prabhas’ larger-than-life presence, Spirit is shaping up to be one of the most awaited films of the decade.