Deepika Padukone Departs From Kalki 2898 AD Sequel: Producers Cite Lack of Commitment

Deepika Padukone exits from Kalki 2898 AD Sequel

Published: September 18, 2025

Production house Vyjayanthi Movies has officially confirmed that Deepika Padukone will not be part of the upcoming sequel to Kalki 2898 AD. In a statement shared via Twitter, the makers said that after careful consideration, they have “decided to part ways” with the star.

The announcement included pointed language suggesting that the decision was rooted in what the producers saw as insufficient commitment. “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,” the tweet read.

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…

— Vyjayanthi Movies (@VyjayanthiFilms) September 18, 2025

Deepika had played a pivotal role in the original Kalki 2898 AD, sharing the screen with Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Disha Patani. Her presence in the sequel had been highly anticipated.

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Fans have responded rapidly online, many expressing disappointment and confusion. Some speculate that creative differences or logistical issues may have led to her exit. Others pointed to her previous departure from other high-profile projects under controversial circumstances, including Spirit, where reports suggest disagreements over scheduling, remuneration, and language delivery requirements.

Suggestions for replacements have already begun circulating within fan communities. Names like Keerthy Suresh and Kalyani Priyan have been floated as potential candidates for Deepika’s role.

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While Vyjayanthi Movies wished Deepika well in her future endeavours via their announcement, the tone of the statement makes clear the producers’ view that the sequel requires stronger anchors of collaboration and commitment from its cast.