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Reports Say Deepika Padukone in Early Talks for Mahavatar Opposite Vicky Kaushal

No official casting is set, with discussions centered on a gravitas-driven role designed to share equal footing in the story.

Overview

  • Industry reports indicate Padukone is in early conversations to play the female lead opposite Kaushal in Amar Kaushik’s Mahavatar.
  • The project, centered on the immortal warrior Parashurama, was announced in November 2024 and remains in pre-production.
  • Producers are seeking an actor who brings emotional depth, with the female lead conceived to carry equal narrative weight.
  • Padukone was recently seen at Maddock FilmsSantacruz office, a sighting that preceded the latest reports of talks.
  • The makers have not confirmed any casting, and producer Dinesh Vijan did not respond to requests for comment; a deal would mark Padukone and Kaushal’s first on-screen pairing.