Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone will not be a part of the upcoming sequel to Kalki 2898 AD, the sci-fi epic starring Prabhas. The makers made the announcement on Thursday through their official X (formerly Twitter) handle, stating that the decision was made after “careful consideration.”
In their statement, the team said:
“This is to officially announce that @deepikapadukone will not be a part of the upcoming sequel of #Kalki2898AD. After careful consideration, we have decided to part ways. Despite the long journey of making the first film, we were unable to find a partnership. And a film like @Kalki2898AD deserves that commitment and much more. We wish her the best with her future works.”
No Official Response Yet from Deepika
As of now, Deepika Padukone has not issued a statement regarding her departure. Her exit from Kalki 2 marks the second time she has walked out of a major Prabhas-led film. She was earlier dropped from Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga.
This is to officially announce that @deepikapadukone will not be a part of the upcoming sequel of #Kalki2898AD.
— Vyjayanthi Movies (@VyjayanthiFilms) September 18, 2025
After careful consideration, We have decided to part ways. Despite the long journey of making the first film, we were unable to find a partnership.
And a film like…
Clash Over Work Demands?
Reports suggest Deepika’s demands—including an eight-hour workday, a high salary, and a share in profits—were points of contention, particularly in Spirit. Deepika, who recently became a mother, is reportedly striving for better work-life balance.
Vanga Slams Deepika Over ‘Dirty PR Games’
Following her exit from Spirit, Sandeep Reddy Vanga lashed out on social media, accusing Deepika of unprofessionalism.
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“You’ve ‘DISCLOSED’ the person that you are… Is this what your feminism stands for?” he wrote, calling it a “dirty PR game” and accusing her of trying to sabotage the project.
Triptii Dimri Steps In
Post Deepika’s exit, it has been confirmed that Triptii Dimri will play a key role in Vanga’s film, marking a new chapter in the casting of these high-profile projects.
