Kalki 2: Who Will Replace Deepika Padukone? Anushka Shetty And These Actresses In The Race

2025-09-21 08:09:11

(MENAFN- AsiaNet News)

Deepika Padukone, who played Sumathi in Kalki, has reportedly exited Kalki 2. With her exit, names like Anushka Shetty and others are being speculated as possible replacements for the crucial role.

Prabhas's Kalki 2898 AD was a huge pan-India success. Director Nag Ashwin blended sci-fi with Mahabharata elements, creating on-screen magic and grossing 1100 crores.Kalki 2 was announced to answer questions from the first film. Deepika Padukone, who played the key role of Sumathi, has been dropped from the sequel due to disputes with producers.The film unit made this decision as Deepika Padukone's demands were hard to meet. The Kalki 2 team is now reportedly searching for an actress who can fit into the role of Sumathi.Director Nag Ashwin is considering alternatives to Deepika. However, fans are demanding Anushka Shetty for Sumathi's role. Their on-screen chemistry is a blockbuster guarantee.It's not just Anushka; other heroines' names are also being heard for Sumathi's role. Fans feel Nayanthara would also be a good fit. The names of Samantha and Alia Bhatt are also coming up.

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