Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga kicked off 2026 with a bang by dropping the first-look poster for his upcoming film, “Spirit,” precisely at midnight.
The gritty poster features superstar Prabhas covered in bandages and injuries, holding a bottle of alcohol, while actress Tripti Dimri lights a cigarette for him. The intense visual promises another high-octane drama from the filmmaker.
However, the internet was quick to react, with many fans drawing parallels to Vanga’s previous blockbuster, “Animal.
” Social media users pointed out the striking similarities between Prabhas’ rugged, vice-laden avatar and Ranbir Kapoor’s character, criticizing the director for potentially recycling themes of toxic masculinity and violence.
Comments flooded in asking for “something different” this time around.
Despite the criticism, the hype is undeniable. Vanga captioned the reveal with “Witness your AJANUBAHUDU,” signaling a larger-than-life portrayal.
As Prabhas steps into this dark role, “Spirit” is already shaping up to be one of the most polarized and talked-about films of the year, following in the footsteps of Vanga’s previous hits.
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