Deepika Padukone has once again been in the headlines following her exit from Kalki 2898 AD 2, despite earlier acclaim for her performance in the first film. The makers officially announced that she will not be part of the sequel, stating that the partnership did not align despite the long journey of making the original. They wished her well for future projects, emphasizing that a film like Kalki 2898 AD requires full commitment.
Before this news, Deepika had received high praise from the film’s cinematographer, Djordje Stojiljkovic. In a behind-the-scenes video, he described her as Queen, highlighting her genuine appreciation for his work. He said, She genuinely appreciated the shots I provided, especially the profile shots. Her support and encouragement were priceless and motivated me to do better every time. We even joked about making an entire movie in profile someday.
The announcement of her departure sparked widespread speculation online, but Deepika stayed largely silent on the controversy. Instead, she has shifted her focus to her upcoming film King with Shah Rukh Khan. Sharing a reflective Instagram post, she hinted at her personal approach to choosing projects. She wrote, The very first lesson he taught me almost 18 years ago while filming Om Shanti Om was that the experience of making a movie, and the people you make it with, matter far more than its success.
Deepika’s words and career choices suggest she is prioritizing projects that resonate personally, valuing collaboration and creative satisfaction over headline-making controversies. Fans now eagerly await her work in King, marking another exciting chapter in her career.