Overview

• Diana Penty called Deepika Padukone “extremely professional” and “very, very disciplined,” giving her a perfect score for professionalism during a session at NDTV’s Yuva Conclave.
• Reflecting on her 2012 debut in Cocktail, Penty said Deepika and Saif Ali Khan were “pillars of support” who helped her navigate her first film set.
• Vyjayanthi Movies recently announced Padukone’s exit from the Kalki 2898 AD sequel, stating they were “unable to find a partnership” and that the project demands strong commitment.
• Padukone has not commented on the announcement, while many fans have publicly defended her and criticized the makers’ statement.
• The first Kalki 2898 AD featured Padukone in a pivotal role alongside Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan and Disha Patani, heightening attention on the sequel’s casting change.