Prabhas' Spirit gets Diwali 2027 release date, clashes with Ramayana Part 2
Synopsis
Diwali 2027 just became Bollywood's biggest battleground. Prabhas and Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Spirit' has shifted from March 2027 to 29 October — putting it face-to-face with Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana Part 2' arriving just one week later. Two of India's most awaited films, the same festive window.
Key Takeaways
Prabhas and Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Spirit' is now set to release on 29 October 2027 as a worldwide Diwali release.
The film was previously scheduled for March 2027 ; no official reason was given for the date shift. 'Spirit' will clash with Ranbir Kapoor and Yash's 'Ramayana Part 2' , which is expected to release on 5 November 2027 .
Sandeep Reddy Vanga revealed the new date and a new poster of Prabhas on X on 18 October 2026 .
The film is produced by T-Series Films and Bhadrakali Pictures , co-starring Triptii Dimri , Vivek Oberoi , and others.
One of the most anticipated Pan-India films of the decade, Prabhas and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Spirit' has been officially slated for a 29 October 2027 Diwali worldwide release, setting up a high-stakes box-office clash with Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana Part 2'. The makers made the announcement on Sunday, 18 October 2026, accompanied by a new poster featuring Prabhas.
The New Release Date Reveal
Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga built anticipation by teasing fans on X (formerly Twitter) ahead of the announcement, promising a new poster alongside the release date. He subsequently confirmed the date in a follow-up post, stating the film would arrive on 29 October 2027 as a Diwali worldwide release. The first-look poster unveiled with the announcement shows Prabhas dressed in all-black attire, wearing a black sports cap and a stylish pair of sunglasses.
'Spirit' had originally been scheduled to release in March 2027, but the makers chose to push the date — though no official reason was provided for the shift.
The Diwali Box-Office Clash
'Ramayana Part 2', directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, is expected to hit screens on 5 November 2027, just one week after 'Spirit'. The mythological epic stars Ranbir Kapoor and Yash in lead roles. With two of India's biggest productions releasing within days of each other during the festive window, the Diwali 2027 box-office season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent memory.
Notably, Ranbir Kapoor connects both films — he starred opposite Triptii Dimri in Vanga's 2023 blockbuster 'Animal', while Dimri now plays the female lead opposite Prabhas in 'Spirit'.
Cast and Production Details
'Spirit' is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga, Krishan Kumar, and Prabhakar Reddy Vanga under the banners of T-Series Films and Bhadrakali Pictures. Beyond Prabhas and Triptii Dimri, the film features Vivek Oberoi, Kanchana, and Aishwarya Desai in significant roles.
The film marks Sandeep Reddy Vanga's first collaboration with Prabhas. The director previously delivered the blockbuster 'Animal' in 2023, which co-starred Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, and Rashmika Mandanna alongside Dimri.
What to Watch
With Diwali 2027 emerging as a definitive clash between two of Bollywood and Pan-India cinema's biggest properties, audience loyalty, screen share negotiations, and advance booking trends will be closely tracked in the months ahead. Trade analysts will also watch whether either production opts for a staggered release to ease the competitive pressure.
Point of View
Pushing 'Spirit' into the festive slot signals he believes the film can hold its own against a mythological epic with enormous advance buzz. The real question is whether the multiplex ecosystem can sustain two mega-budget productions in the same week without cannibalising each other's openings — a scenario that has historically hurt both films. The Ranbir Kapoor thread tying the two projects together, via 'Animal' and 'Ramayana', adds an unusual narrative dimension that will dominate entertainment media cycles right through 2027.
NationPress
18 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Prabhas' 'Spirit' releasing?
'Spirit' is set for a worldwide release on 29 October 2027, during the Diwali festive window. The date was announced by director Sandeep Reddy Vanga on 18 October 2026, along with a new poster of Prabhas.
Why was 'Spirit' release date changed from March 2027?
The makers shifted 'Spirit' from its original March 2027 release to October 2027, though no official reason was provided for the change. The decision moves the film into the high-stakes Diwali box-office window.
Which film will 'Spirit' clash with at the box office?
'Spirit' will clash with 'Ramayana Part 2', starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, which is expected to release on 5 November 2027 — just one week after 'Spirit'. Both films are among the most awaited Pan-India releases of that year.
Who is in the cast and crew of 'Spirit'?
'Spirit' stars Prabhas and Triptii Dimri as the lead pair, with Vivek Oberoi, Kanchana, and Aishwarya Desai in significant roles. It is directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga, Krishan Kumar, and Prabhakar Reddy Vanga under T-Series Films and Bhadrakali Pictures.
Is 'Spirit' Sandeep Reddy Vanga's first film with Prabhas?
Yes, 'Spirit' marks the first collaboration between director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Prabhas. Vanga previously directed 'Animal' (2023), which starred Ranbir Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, Anil Kapoor, and Rashmika Mandanna.
