Deepika Padukone Steps Down from 'Kalki 2898 AD' Sequel

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone will not reprise her role in the upcoming sequel to the 2024 hit film 'Kalki 2898 AD', as announced by Vyjayanthi Movies. The decision was made after considerations on partnership challenges, despite the film's previous success. The studio wishes her well in future projects.

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone will not be participating in the much-anticipated sequel to the 2024 Telugu blockbuster 'Kalki 2898 AD', according to an announcement by Vyjayanthi Movies on Thursday.

The production company, known for the original Nag Ashwin-directed film featuring stars like Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan, took to social media platform X to break the news.

The statement explained that, after lengthy consideration, a partnership could not be formed, despite efforts during the making of the first box office hit. The studio conveyed its best wishes to Padukone for her future endeavors.

(With inputs from agencies.)