Why Is Deepika Out Of ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ Sequel?

MUMBAI- Deepika Padukone has lost another film. This time, it’s the sequel of her superhit film ‘Kalki 2898 AD’.

On September 18, the makers of the film shared a long note explaining the possible reasons behind her exit. They wrote, “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”.

A lot has been said in the above statement without explicitly stating everything. The line, “a film like @Kalki2898AD deserves that commitment and much more” points to a brewing and consistent pattern in line with the actress’ prior exit from another film. Does this imply that Deepika Padukone lacked commitment, which is why she is no longer part of the film?

‘Kalki 2898 AD’ marks her 2nd exit from a movie after she left ‘Spirit’, set to be helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga with Prabhas in the lead. It was alleged that the actress demanded an 8-hour shift owing to her motherhood, and to take care of her daughter Dua. At the time she drew a lot of support.  (IANS)