The anticipated Eid 2027 box office showdown between Prabhas and Salman Khan may not happen after all. According to reliable sources, Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit, starring Prabhas, is expected to miss the Eid 2027 deadline due to delays in filming, which could clear the way for Salman Khan's film to have a solo release during the festive period.
Why Spirit is likely to miss the Eid 2027 release date
The primary reason behind the potential shift is the sheer amount of work still pending on Spirit. A source close to the development revealed to Bollywood Hungama that a significant portion of the shoot remains incomplete.
"Around 75 days of shooting still remain, and with Prabhas' dates scattered over multiple films, Sandeep Reddy Vanga will find it tough to finish the film on time," the source stated. This scheduling crunch makes it increasingly difficult for the team to meet the Eid 2027 target.
T-Series identifies a new release window for Spirit
With the deadline looking tight, the studio behind the project has already started planning for an alternative. The source added that internal discussions at T-Series have begun about identifying a new release date for the high-budget film.
"The internal discussions at T Series have begun about identifying a new release date. One of the dates identified by T Series head honcho is the post-IPL window in June 2027." — Source close to the development via Bollywood Hungama
This move would place Spirit in a prime summer slot, avoiding a direct confrontation with Salman Khan's Eid release. The buzz around this potential shift has already spread across social media, with fans noting that Salman Khan's film is now set for a solo release on Eid 2027, as per fan updates.
Makers still trying for an Eid 2027 release
Despite the logistical hurdles, the team is not giving up on the original plan just yet. The source clarified that the makers are still making an attempt to bring Spirit out on Eid, even as they prepare a backup plan.
This dual-track approach suggests that while a June 2027 release is looking increasingly likely, the final decision will depend on how quickly the remaining shooting schedule can be completed. The update was first shared by Bollywood Hungama on X, confirming that the clash may indeed be off.
Our Take: A smart move for both big-ticket films
In our view, this potential shift is a wise decision for all parties involved. A clash between two massive stars like Prabhas and Salman Khan on the same day would have split audiences and hurt both films' box office collections. Theatres would have been forced to allocate screens, and neither film would have gotten the full benefit of the festive holiday.
By moving Spirit to the post-IPL window in June 2027, T-Series is securing a clear field for the film to dominate the box office. At the same time, Salman Khan gets a solo Eid release, which has historically been a lucrative slot for him. For fans, it means both films get the attention they deserve without being pitted against each other. The only question now is whether the shooting can wrap up in time for the new schedule — and that remains a waiting game.
