Deepika Padukone’s film slate currently includes two major projects: AA22xA6 with Allu Arjun and Atlee, and KING alongside Shah Rukh Khan. With the ongoing production of KING, news has emerged suggesting a reduction in Deepika’s role in Atlee’s upcoming film, raising questions about her involvement.
Several reports claim that Deepika Padukone’s screen time in AA22xA6 has been decreased because of her requests for fewer working hours. However, this information is countered by alternative sources.
According to reports, Deepika is expected to begin shooting for Atlee’s film with Allu Arjun later this month. A source has maintained that there have been no changes to Deepika’s character, which was offered to her in June, and that the role remains a significant one, vital to the narrative of the film.
Deepika has reportedly scheduled her commitments for this project from late October to late December. The initial phase will concentrate on her character’s introduction, with extensive action sequences planned for November. The production will move to the UAE in December to film important scenes featuring Allu Arjun and Deepika.
The rumors of a reduced role in Atlee’s film surfaced not long after Deepika’s departure from ‘Kalki 2’. It is said that the ‘Kalki 2’ production chose to remove her because of demands for a 25 percent increase in fees and a 7-hour work shift, which the producers were unable to meet.