Deepika Padukone has seemingly responded to the ongoing controversy surrounding her reported exit from Prabhas-starrer Spirit. The actress has not issued a detailed public statement about the dispute, but her recent social media activity has caught attention.

Deepika reportedly liked an Instagram post that criticised the claims made by director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's brother, Pranay Reddy Vanga, regarding the actress's departure from the project.

What Did the Vanga Brothers Claim?

The controversy began after reports emerged about Deepika no longer being part of Spirit.

Pranay Reddy Vanga reportedly claimed that Deepika had asked for a 10 percent share of the film's profits. According to the claims, the makers did not agree to her demand.

There were also allegations that Deepika subsequently shared or leaked private information connected to the project. These claims have become a major talking point, although Deepika herself has largely stayed away from making public comments about the dispute.

Which Post Did Deepika Like?

Deepika reportedly liked a post shared by journalist Janvi Manchanda on Instagram.

The post questioned the way the controversy surrounding Deepika's alleged demands had been discussed. It sarcastically suggested that the reaction to the reported 10 percent profit-sharing demand made it seem as though the actress had asked for much more than a percentage of the film's profits.

The post also raised questions about whether gender played a role in the criticism directed at Deepika.

The Post Raises Questions About Gender Bias

The Instagram post argued that profit-sharing agreements, fixed working hours and other contractual conditions are not unusual for male actors in the film industry.

It questioned why a male actor negotiating such terms may be viewed as professional or disciplined, while a female actor making similar demands can sometimes be labelled "difficult."

The post described the controversy as an example of sexism, misogyny and male ego.

Deepika's Silence Has Also Become a Talking Point

Another point raised in the post was Deepika's decision to remain largely silent while statements about her involvement in Spirit continued to circulate.

The post questioned why the controversy was still being discussed months after the professional association between the actress and the project had apparently ended.

Deepika's decision to like the post has now attracted attention because it could be interpreted as her way of showing agreement with its perspective, although the actress has not explicitly confirmed that the like represents her official position on every claim made in the post.

Spirit Controversy Continues

The dispute surrounding Spirit has continued to generate discussion, particularly because of the contrasting narratives surrounding Deepika's reported exit.

For now, Deepika has not publicly addressed the allegations in detail. Her social media activity, however, has given fans and industry observers something to discuss, with many viewing the Instagram like as her most notable response so far.