Archive · 24 Jan 2026
Kalki 2898 AD Sequel: Deepika Padukone Replaced, New Actress Likely Finalized
Deepika Padukone left the sequel of the movie Kalki 2898 AD because she and the producers couldn't agree on terms.
Now, the team is looking for a new actress to replace her.
The movie's composer, Santosh Narayanan, hinted that they have found someone new.
The team is working hard on the sequel, which will also star Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan.
Prabhas is busy with other movies, so it's not clear when they will start filming the sequel.
Deepika Padukone exited the Kalki 2898 AD sequel due to partnership disagreements.
The team is actively searching for a new lead actress to replace Deepika.
Composer Santosh Narayanan hinted that a replacement actress has been finalized.
The sequel is in pre-production, with shooting to begin once schedules align.
Prabhas is currently occupied with other projects, potentially delaying the sequel's production.
- Who
- Deepika Padukone, Prabhas, Vyjayanthi Movies, Nag Ashwin, Santosh Narayanan
- What
- Deepika Padukone's exit from Kalki 2898 AD sequel and potential replacement
- When
- Deepika exited in September 2023, sequel pre-production ongoing
- Where
- India (Telugu film industry)
- Why
- Deepika and producers couldn't find a partnership agreement
- Original Actress
- Deepika Padukone
- Producer
- Vyjayanthi Movies
- Director
- Nag Ashwin
- Other Stars
- Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan
- Composer
- Santosh Narayanan
- Sequel Status
- Pre-production, actress replacement likely finalized
- Prabhas' Current Projects
- Spirit, Fauzi