Mumbai, October 7, 2025: In a subtle yet impactful move, actress Triptii Dimri, who recently replaced Deepika Padukone as the female lead in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s upcoming film Spirit (starring Prabhas), has publicly shown solidarity with her senior. Amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding Padukone’s exit from the project, Dimri liked a social media post defending Deepika’s sheer professionalism, a gesture that fans are interpreting as a powerful stand against online toxicity.
Deepika Padukone’s reported departure from Spirit was attributed to creative and financial differences, including her alleged requests for limited working hours post-motherhood, a share of the film’s profits, and a higher fee. Her exit triggered a massive wave of speculation and online negativity, with some segments of social media labeling her as “difficult.”
Triptii’s Gesture Against ‘Hate Campaigns’
The social media reel liked by Triptii was originally shared by celebrity saree stylist Dolly Jain. The post highly praised Deepika Padukone’s dedication, specifically recalling how the star performed the demanding “Nagada Sang Dhol” song from Ram-Leela barefoot, enduring a 30 kg lehenga and injuries without complaint. Crucially, the video also spoke out against “negative PR and hate campaigns” that aim to distort public perception.
Triptii’s “like” immediately gained traction online, with fans commending her for choosing grace over industry rivalry. One fan on Reddit noted the significance of the post’s message—”It’s time we stop letting hate campaigns decide the way we see her”—suggesting Triptii herself may have experienced similar vilification.
A Shared Experience of Online Criticism
Many users pointed out that Triptii Dimri is no stranger to the toxicity of online discourse. She has faced multiple waves of criticism throughout her career, including rampant online trolls during rumours about her alleged casting and subsequent withdrawal from Aashiqui 3. As one Reddit user highlighted, “There have been numerous campaigns against Triptii… The vile things that were said about her? It’s beyond disgusting.”
The controversy escalated when Spirit director Sandeep Reddy Vanga posted cryptic social media updates that appeared to be indirect digs at Deepika. He accused an unnamed actor of breaking an “unsaid NDA” and posted pointed commentary asking, “Putting down a younger actor and ousting my story? Is this what your feminism stands for?” He concluded the post with the hashtag #dirtyPRgames.
Fans Applaud Female Solidarity in Bollywood
Triptii’s quiet act of support has successfully shifted the tone of the online conversation. Her move has been widely praised by netizens, who are now celebrating the rare instance of two leading women in the industry supporting each other, especially as they are linked to the same major project.
Reddit users, in particular, were quick to point out the double standards that persist in Bollywood. “Men can ask for 100 things, but nobody cares. When a woman wants something justified, suddenly it’s an issue,” commented one user, summing up the gendered scrutiny. Another fan simply stated, “Triptii seems like a girl’s girl. So amazing to see two queens supporting each other. All my love to Triptii and Deepika!”
On the work front, Deepika Padukone is currently busy shooting for the highly anticipated film King alongside Shah Rukh Khan, while Triptii Dimri was recently seen in Dhadak 2 opposite Siddhant Chaturvedi.