Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga has officially locked the worldwide theatrical release for his highly anticipated film, Spirit, for March 5, 2027.
The announcement, made on Friday, January 16, 2026, via social media, has ended months of speculation and set the stage for what is being described as a “Pan-World” cinematic event.
‘Spirit’ Release Date: March 5, 2027
The film marks the first collaboration between “Rebel Star” Prabhas and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who is coming off a hat-trick of blockbusters (Arjun Reddy, Kabir Singh, and Animal).
The “Ajanubahu” Avatar
The makers recently unveiled a rugged first-look poster on New Year’s Day (Jan 1, 2026), featuring Prabhas in a raw, battle-scarred appearance.
- The Look: Prabhas is seen with a thick beard and long hair, his back covered in bruises and bandages—a transformation fans are comparing to Ranbir Kapoor’s intense look in Animal.
- The Character: Prabhas will portray a disgraced yet fierce police officer determined to restore his reputation in a no-holds-barred narrative.
Star-Studded Ensemble Cast
- Triptii Dimri: Following her breakthrough in Animal, she reunites with Vanga as the female lead. The first-look poster shows her in an edgy moment, lighting a cigarette for Prabhas.
- Vivek Oberoi & Prakash Raj: Both veterans join the cast in pivotal, high-stakes roles.
- Global Reach: The film is planned for a massive release in nine languages, including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, English, Mandarin, Japanese, and Korean.
Production & Controversy
- Deepika Padukone Exit: While Deepika was the original choice for the female lead, she reportedly left the project in late 2025 due to “fixed shift” scheduling conflicts, leading to Triptii Dimri taking the mantle.
- Strategic Timing: The March 5, 2027 date is timed to coincide with Maha Shivratri and leads into a solo window before the Eid festival, maximizing box office potential.