Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Deepika Padukone Exits 'Kalki 2' Amidst Pay, Schedule Demands
Actress Deepika Padukone decided to leave the movie 'Kalki 2' after filming some scenes.
The main reason was because she and the movie makers couldn't agree on some things in her contract.
She wanted a pay raise of over 25%, wanted her work hours limited, and asked for fancy accommodations for her crew.
The movie production didn't want to agree to all those things.
Now, Deepika is working on some new films with other famous actors.
Deepika Padukone filmed approximately 20 days for 'Kalki 2'.
Her departure was officially announced by Vyjayanthi Movies.
The exit followed contract negotiations failing.
Padukone sought a pay increase of over 25%.
Other demands involved shooting schedule and crew accommodations.
- Who
- Deepika Padukone, Vyjayanthi Movies
- What
- Deepika Padukone exited 'Kalki 2' due to contract negotiation issues
- When
- Recent reports; as confirmed by director Nag Ashwin
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- Disagreement over pay, schedule, and other production requirements
Deepika Padukone's Position
Vyjayanthi Movies' Position
Reasons for Departure
Deepika Padukone's Position
Deepika's camp believed she was irreplaceable and sought increased compensation.
Vyjayanthi Movies' Position
Production felt unable to find a partnership, and could not fulfill the star's demands without impacting the budget.
- Movie
- Kalki 2
- Actress
- Deepika Padukone
- Reason for Exit
- Pay dispute, schedule, and other demands
- Days Filmed
- Approx. 20
- Production House
- Vyjayanthi Movies
- First film earnings
- ₹1,100 crore
Sources
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