Spirit Star Vivek Oberoi Wishes Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga 'Day Full Of Raw Emotions And Zero Censorship' On Birthday

On the festive occasion of Christmas, Spirit directorSandeep Reddy Vanga is celebrating his 44th birthday. To make it extra special, Vivek Oberoi took to social media to share a warm and emotional birthday message for Vanga. Addressing him as “brother,” Vivek wished the director a day filled with “raw emotions and zero censorship,” a phrase that perfectly reflects Vanga’s bold and unapologetic cinematic style. In his post, the actor expressed deep gratitude for the love, respect, and support that Vanga has consistently extended to both him and his father, veteran actor Suresh Oberoi. Vivek shared that the filmmaker is far more than just a director to them. The heartfelt message quickly caught fans’ attention, with many praising the camaraderie

between the actor and director. Vivek’s post has also added to the buzz surrounding Spirit, the upcoming action drama directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, featuring Rebel Star Prabhas, in which Vivek Oberoi plays a significant role.

Vivek Oberoi's special birthday note for Spirit Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga

Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter) on Thursday (December 25, 2025), Vivek shared a picture of the Kabir Singh director decked in a black kurta and pants. Along with the post, he penned a special birthday note. He wrote, "Happy Birthday brother @imvangasandeep !Wishing you a day full of raw emotions and zero censorship. Thank you for all the love and respect you’ve always given Dad and me, you’re more than our director!"

Prabhas' birthday wish for Sandeep Reddy Vanga

Earlier in the day, the Rebel Star marked the day by sharing a warm birthday wish for the director on social media, giving fans a glimpse from the film’s sets. Taking to his Instagram Stories, Prabhas posted a picture of Sandeep Reddy Vanga dressed in black, seemingly in the middle of directing a shot and explaining a particular gaze or expression. Along with the image, Prabhas wrote, “Happy birthday bro… Can’t wait for everyone to witness what you’re creating.” The message quickly caught fans’ attention, adding to the growing excitement around Spirit, which is already one of the most talked-about upcoming projects in Indian cinema.

About Spirit

Meanwhile, reports suggest that the film’s shooting schedule has undergone changes. According to Mid-Day, Sandeep Reddy Vanga decided to cancel the planned New Year break to accelerate production. The team was initially expected to shoot until the end of December and then take a pause, but the director is now keen on completing major portions earlier than planned, aiming for a potential mid-2026 release.