Deepika Padukone Dropped From Kalki 2 After Spirit.
Deepika dropped from Spirit over pay dispute. Sources alleged that negotiations fell apart after the actress demanded a significantly higher fee, which the makers found unreasonable. Additionally, there were claims of “unprofessional” behaviour on her part, further straining the relationship between the actress and the production team. This development has sparked speculation about ongoing friction between Deepika and major filmmakers in the Telugu film industry.
- Deepika Padukone welcomes first child joyfully.
- Facing professional challenges in film industry.
- Reports suggest she was dropped from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit due to contract and remuneration disputes.
- Alleged unprofessional behavior led to Spirit exit.
- Padukone has reportedly requested shorter work hours following motherhood.
- This request may result in her removal from Kalki 2 due to potential scheduling conflicts.
Deepika Padukone Faces Professional Setbacks Amid Post-Motherhood Career Shift
New Delhi: Bollywood star Deepika Padukone, who recently welcomed her first child, is reportedly encountering significant professional challenges. Following the news of her alleged exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s much-anticipated project Spirit, fresh buzz suggests that she might also be dropped from Kalki 2, the sequel.
According to a report by Bollywood.mobi, Deepika’s recent request for “shorter work hours” post-motherhood is allegedly creating friction on the sets of Kalki 2. Insiders claim that her new work conditions, driven by her changed priorities after becoming a mother, may not align with the production’s demanding schedule. This has led the makers of Kalki 2 to reportedly reconsider her involvement in the project. However, there has been no official statement from either the production team or Deepika herself regarding the speculation.
These developments come shortly after Deepika was allegedly dropped from Spirit, a project directed by Arjun Reddy and Animal filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The actress, once attached to the film in a leading role, was reportedly removed due to disagreements over her contractual demands and what insiders have described as “unprofessional” behaviour. Sources close to the production revealed that Deepika, via her talent agency, had demanded not only shorter daily work hours—refusing to work beyond six hours per day—but also requested amendments to the contractual terms.
One source told Bollywood Hungama that Deepika’s agency insisted on additional payment for any shoot extending beyond the 100-day limit initially agreed upon in her contract.
Amid the growing speculation, Sandeep Reddy Vanga broke his silence—without naming Deepika directly—by posting a cryptic message on X (formerly Twitter). His post appeared to indirectly confirm the falling out. But by doing this, you’ve ‘DISCLOSED’ the person that you are… Putting down a younger actor and ousting my story? Is this what your feminism stands for?” he wrote. You didn’t get it. You won’t get it. You will never get it.”
I like this kahawath very much!” His remarks have been widely interpreted as a direct dig at Deepika Padukone’s team, suggesting that the falling out wasn’t entirely professional, but also personal and ideological.
Dimri, who gained national attention for her performance in Animal, also directed by Vanga, announced her involvement in Spirit via social media. She shared an image of the film’s title poster, with her name written in several Indian and international languages, symbolizing the film’s global reach.
In her caption, she wrote, “Still sinking in… So grateful to be trusted with this journey. move for the actress and a potential sign of the industry’s shifting focus towards fresh faces, especially as prominent stars like Deepika enter a new phase in their personal lives.
While Deepika Padukone’s fans have expressed support for the actress prioritizing her health and family, the string of professional hurdles may hint at a broader conversation about the challenges working mothers face in the film industry. The ongoing developments have ignited debate around how motherhood is treated in high-pressure creative industries, and whether female actors receive the same flexibility and understanding as their male counterparts.
As for Kalki 2, insiders suggest the film’s tight shooting schedule and high production value leave little room for flexibility in terms of star commitments. With the first film, Kalki 2898 AD, generating massive buzz, the sequel is expected to scale even higher in terms of production and global ambition. Given that, producers are reportedly hesitant to accommodate altered timelines, even for a star of Deepika’s stature.
At present, no official confirmation has been issued about Deepika’s removal from Kalki 2, and it remains to be seen whether a compromise will be reached or if the makers will follow Spirit’s route and recast the female lead. Either way, the next few months could be pivotal in determining Deepika Padukone’s standing in the film industry post-motherhood.
For now, the spotlight remains firmly on her future projects, and fans are waiting to see how the actress navigates her career during this new chapter of her life.