Deepika Padukone subtly addressed her exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit after the director’s cryptic post accused an unnamed actor of leaking details and questioned their feminism. While Deepika didn’t name anyone, she spoke about following her inner voice during tough situations. She’s now been replaced by Triptii Dimri in the film, but the controversy continues to stir buzz.

Mumbai played host to the prestigious WAVES Summit 2025 (World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit), which kicked off today with a grand inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The four-day event brought together some of the biggest names in Indian cinema and entertainment. Bollywood icons like Shah Rukh Khan, Mohanlal, and Akshay Kumar were present, along with a stellar lineup of actors and creators including Jackie Shroff, Deepika Padukone, Farhan Akhtar, Shaan, and Nushrratt Bharuccha. Esteemed personalities such as Karan Johar, Hema Malini, and Oscar-winner Guneet Monga also marked their presence, as the summit celebrated the convergence of cinema, music, and digital content under one roof.