Last Updated:September 24, 2025, 19:12 IST
Deepika Padukone’s fans suspect Prabhas’ role behind the actress’ ousting from Kalki 2 and Spirit.
Directors cite work demands as reason for Deepika Padukone’s removal. (Photo: Instagram)
Deepika Padukone lost two of her big projects this year – Spirit and Kalki 2. While several reports claiming why Deepika has been ousted from Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Nag Ashwin’s directorial have also been ruling headlines, one fact that has caught everyone’s attention is how both the movies starred Prabhas opposite the actress. This also left everyone wondering if Prabhas is behind Deepika Padukone’s ousting from Kalki 2 and Spirit.
Is Prabhas Behind Deepika Padukone’s Exit From Kalki 2, Spirit?
As reported by Great Andhra, a section of Deepika Padukone’s fans suspect Prabhas’ role behind the actress’ ousting from both the big projects. Fans argue that if Prabhas had intervened, the makers would not have dropped Deepika from the films. However, by not interfering, Prabhas indirectly supported their decision to drop Deepika from the films.
However, the same report by Great Andhra also cites a source who claims that Prabhas does not interfere in casting decisions of his projects. Therefore, he stayed away from all the discussions between the makers and Deepika.
Deepika Padukone’s Exit From Kalki 2
Vyjayanthi Movies recently confirmed Deepika’s exit from the Kalki 2898 AD sequel via an official note on X: “This is to officially announce that @deepikapadukone will not be a part of the upcoming sequel of #Kalki2898AD. After careful consideration, we have decided to part ways. Despite the long journey of making the first film, we were unable to find a partnership. And a film like @Kalki2898AD deserves that commitment and much more. We wish her the best with her future projects.”
Sandeep Reddy Vanga Also Removed Deepika From Spirit
Kalki was the second Prabhas movie from which Deepika Padukone was removed. Earlier this year, Sandeep Reddy Vanga had also removed the actress from Spirit. Reports suggest that her demands, including eight-hour workdays, a high salary, and a share in the film’s profits, did not sit well with director Vanga. Deepika, a new mother, is reportedly seeking to balance her work and personal life by reducing her working hours.
Vanga also took to his X handle and slammed Deepika by accusing her of playing ‘dirty PR games’. “When I narrate a story to an actor, I place 100% faith. There is an unsaid NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) between us. 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? As a filmmaker, I put years of hard work behind my craft & for me, filmmaking is everything. You didn’t get it. You won’t get it. You will never get it,” Vanga wrote and then added, “Aisa karo…. Agli baar poori kahani bolna… kyunki mujhe jarra bhi farak nahi padtha. #dirtyPRgames. I like this kahawath very much 🙂 खुंदक में बिल्ली खंबा नोचे !”
Chirag Sehgal works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18.com. With an experience of five years in the media industry, he largely focuses on Indian television coverage. Apart from bringing …Read More
Chirag Sehgal works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18.com. With an experience of five years in the media industry, he largely focuses on Indian television coverage. Apart from bringing … Read More
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