Deepika Padukone announced that she is expecting her second child with husband, Ranveer Singh early this month. The couple is already parents to a baby girl. Mommy-to-be Deepika Padukone, is not letting her pregnancy keep her away from the film sets. The actress, who is juggling her time between the sets of ‘King‘ and ‘Raaka’, is reportedly gearing up to shoot some intense action scenes.
Recent media reports suggest that Deepika Padukone is continuing her professional commitments even as news about her pregnancy with husband Ranveer Singh has been circulating. While there has been no detailed official statement from the actor or her team about changes in her work schedule, multiple entertainment portals have indicated that ongoing projects are being adjusted to ensure smooth filming.
One of the key projects being discussed is director Atlee’s upcoming film ‘Raaka’, also featuring Allu Arjun in the lead. Trade chatter indicates that the production team is recalibrating shoot plans, especially for physically demanding portions. In large-scale action films, it is a common industry practice to use body doubles and visual effects to maintain continuity when actors are unavailable for high-risk sequences, and similar methods are reportedly being considered here.
Sources quoted across entertainment media suggest that remaining portions of Deepika Padukone’s shoot are being structured in a way that prioritises close-up shots, dialogue scenes, and controlled environments. Action-heavy sequences are likely to be executed using stunt performers, with post-production tools such as VFX helping integrate the performance seamlessly. This is a well-established workflow in big-budget productions and not specific to any one film.
‘Raaka’ is said to be mounted on a large scale with a strong action and sci-fi element, and industry observers note that Deepika Padukone’s role is expected to be significant within the narrative. Director Atlee has earlier spoken in interviews about presenting her in a different on-screen space compared to her previous roles, which has added to the curiosity around the project.
This is also not the first time such adjustments have been made in her career. During the making of Pathaan, behind-the-scenes visuals had shown the use of a stunt double for action portions, which is standard practice across global cinema for safety and efficiency.
At this stage, most of the specific details about scheduling and execution remain based on media reports rather than official confirmations. However, from a trade perspective, the situation reflects how large productions adapt quickly to accommodate key talent while ensuring timelines and scale are not compromised.