Deepika Padukone, who played an integral part in Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan starrer Kalki 2898 AD, will not be a part of its much-anticipated sequel. The
major update was shared by the producers, Vyjayanthi Movies, via their official X handle. While they did not reveal the exact reason, the makers stated that 'we were unable to find a partnership'. Now, according to a latest report, the reason for the fallout has to do with Deepika assigning her dates to Allu Arjun and Atlee film. The shoot of Kalki 2898 AD sequel was scheduled to kickstart by the end of this year and Deepika reportedly gave her dates for around that time to Atlee, which did not go well with the makers of Prabhas starrer. "The sequel's shoot was planned for end of this year. However, Deepika's dates were given to her film with filmmaker Atlee instead. Both the films were supposed to be filming around the same time, and that has led to an issue between the producers and Deepika's team," a source was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times. ALSO READ - Inside Photos From Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh's Date Night After Daughter Dua's Birthday Goes Viral Deepika is yet present her side of the story. Meanwhile, taking to X, Vyjayanthi Movies shared, "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." Earlier, Deepika opted out of Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit, also featuring Prabhas.
