Upon actress Deepika Padukone's departure from the film 'Kalki', her decision causing controversy, director Naag Ashwin posts cryptic message saying "You can't change everything".
In a surprising turn of events, Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has decided to step away from the highly-anticipated sequel of Kalki 2899 AD. The film's producers, Vyjayanthi Films, confirmed the split in an official statement.
The disagreements between Deepika Padukone and the makers of the sequel reportedly stemmed from disputes over compensation, shooting schedules, and working conditions. According to reports, Deepika requested a 25% fee hike, five-star accommodation for her 25-member team, and 7-hour shooting days.
The departure from the project has not been met with approval by all. Many people have taken Deepika's side, expressing their disapproval over the public announcement and what they perceive as a negative framing of the situation. Critics on Twitter have accused the makers of Kalki 2899 AD sequel of publicly announcing the split and framing the words in a negative light.
The cost of shorter shooting hours for a VFX-heavy production like Kalki 2899 AD may have also played a role in Deepika's decision. It is known that shorter hours could inflate the budget significantly.
This isn't the first time Deepika has been in the news for such disagreements. She recently parted ways with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit, with Tripti Dimri stepping in to replace her.
Interestingly, some Twitter users claim that Deepika worked on the film during her pregnancy. However, this has not been officially confirmed.
Director Nag Ashwin, who is helming the sequel, shared a cryptic Instagram post hinting at Deepika's departure. The post, which has since been deleted, fueled speculation and added to the intrigue surrounding the split.
As the dust settles, the makers of Kalki 2899 AD sequel have cited 'commitment' issues as the reason for Deepika's departure. Fans and critics alike are now eagerly waiting to see who will step into Deepika's shoes and continue the story of Kalki in the year 2899 AD.
