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Ranveer Singh Cheers For Deepika Padukone, Says THIS As She Begins King Shoot After Kalki 2 Exit
Deepika Padukone exited the sequel due to unresolved disputes over pay, work hours, and profit sharing despite prior shooting and negotiations with Vyjayanthi Movies.
- On September 18, 2025 Vyjayanthi Movies confirmed Deepika Padukone will not be part of the Kalki 2898 AD sequel, tweeting `This is to officially announce that @deepikapadukone will not be a part of the upcoming sequel of #Kalki2898AD.`
- After prolonged talks, makers said negotiations failed because Deepika Padukone reportedly pressed for a 25% fee increase and insisted on a seven-hour workday, conflicting with the film's schedule.
- Director Nag Ashwin shared a cryptic Instagram fan-edit after Deepika had already shot some scenes for the sequel, which had a �600 crore budget and earned over Rs 1000 crore globally.
- The decision immediately forced recasting questions, as producers reassigned Deepika Padukone's dates to Atlee's film amid strong fan reactions and industry shock online.
- With the sequel slated to begin shooting late this year, the Kalki 2898 AD Part 2 faces scheduling changes after Deepika Padukone's exit, yet its release remains set for late 2026 or 2027.
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Kalki 2898 AD director Nag Ashwin shares cryptic post after Deepika Padukone's exit from the sequel: 'You can't change what happened but...'
Sharing a fan edit of Krishna's entry from Kalki 2898 AD, he wrote, "You can't change what happened, but you can choose what happens next."
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The sequel to Nag Ashwin's 'Kalki 2898 AD' has taken an unexpected turn after makers of the pan India film announced that they have parted ways with actress Deepika Padukone. Amid the several reports surrounding the reason behind her exit, Nag Ashwin shared a cryptic note on social media. 🎥 ‘You Can’t Change What Happened, but…’: ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ Director Nag Ashwin Drops Cryptic Note Amid Deepika Padukone’s Sudden Exit From His Sci-Fi Film’s Se…
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