Looks like actress Alia Bhatt has replaced Deepika Padukone in the second part of Kalki 2898 AD. Although there is no confirmation, many social media pages are claiming that the Alpha star will also be seen in Prabhas’ blockbuster franchise.

Interestingly, the reports have taken two different directions. While recent reports suggest that Alia has been cast for a major new role, others claim that she may play Goddess Vaishno Devi, one of the divine deities. Chiranjeevi According to Hindu legends the (immortals) of Kaliyuga, protect Sumati and her unborn child. The AI-generated images imagining the actor in a divine avatar have only added to the buzz online.

Also, old news about Alia replacing Deepika Padukone as Sumati has also resurfaced. As a result, fans are divided on whether or not she will be entering the Kalki universe As a new character or taking over one of its most important existing roles. Some reports also say that the actor has already shot some scenes in Hyderabad. However, neither Alia nor the makers of the film have officially confirmed these speculations.

Amid growing speculation, director Nag Ashwin recently addressed the matter during a conversation with Great Andhra. Speaking about Sumathi’s role, she said, “We need to announce who will play Sumathi’s character Kalki 2. At present everything is just speculation. The character will definitely be there, which we can’t remove because it’s a very important character.” Although the filmmaker did not confirm Alia’s participation, he did confirm that Sumathi will continue to play an important role in the sequel.

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The rumors have also come in the backdrop of Deepika Padukone walking out of the project. In September 2025, production house Vyjayanthi Movies announced that the actor would not be returning for the sequel, stating that both parties had mutually decided to part ways despite their long collaboration during the first film. Since then, speculations have been active on who will play the role of Sumathi.

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Actually, this is not the first time that Alia Bhatt and Nag Ashwin are associated professionally. Earlier reports had suggested that the filmmaker was developing a large-scale female-led pan-Indian project with the actor, though that collaboration has not been officially announced yet. However, whether Alia is joining it or not is not decided at the moment Kalki 2898 AD The sequel, and in what capacity, remains a subject of speculation.