Deepika Padukone Signs 'King' After Exit From 'Kalki' Sequel
The announcement signals a reset after Vyjayanthi Movies confirmed their split on the Kalki sequel.
Overview
- Padukone said she has joined Shah Rukh Khan’s King, marking their sixth collaboration, and shared an Instagram note stressing the value of the filmmaking experience.
- On September 18, Vyjayanthi Movies publicly stated it had decided to part ways with her on the Kalki 2898 AD sequel.
- Media reports attribute her recent exits to requests such as a reported fee hike, fixed working hours, and five-star accommodation for crew, which have not been officially confirmed by all parties.
- Sandeep Reddy Vanga earlier criticized an unnamed actor for “dirty PR games” as reports circulated that Padukone was no longer part of his film Spirit.
- Separate coverage reports she is attached to Atlee’s Telugu project with Allu Arjun, referred to as AA22xA6.