Bollywood’s biggest upcoming sci-fi extravaganza Kalki 2898 AD has hit headlines yet again—this time not for its grand scale or futuristic storyline, but for Deepika Padukone’s shocking alleged exit. While the official word so far has been “scheduling conflicts,” an insider has now revealed what really went down behind the scenes.
According to the source, Deepika was reportedly unhappy with the way her character was being shaped. The actor, who was promised a strong and pivotal role alongside Prabhas, is said to have felt “sidelined” as the script underwent multiple changes. “She had very high expectations from the project, but her role kept shrinking with every draft. That didn’t sit well with her,” the insider revealed.
Rumours also suggest there were creative disagreements between Deepika and the filmmakers over screen time and character depth. While the production house has chosen to remain tight-lipped, industry chatter indicates that the friction escalated to the point where Deepika decided to walk out.
Her alleged exit has now become the talk of B-town, leaving fans divided. While many say the film will miss her star presence, others are calling her move a smart decision if her role truly didn’t justify her stature.
With Kalki 2898 AD already one of the most anticipated films of the decade, this development has only added to the buzz. The big question now is—who will replace Deepika, and will the film’s massive hype take a hit?
