Sai Pallavi has reportedly been roped in to play the lead role in Nag Ashwin’s much-awaited sequel. Kalki 2After Deepika Padukone withdrew from the project. The casting decision has attracted considerable attention, as the sequel is one of the most anticipated films currently in development. While fans are waiting for more details, the makers have not released any formal statement regarding the change.

a report in Bollywood Hungama A member of Sai’s team confirmed the news, saying, “It is Sai (replacing Deepika). There was no question of ending the role after Deepika’s exit.”

The report further indicated that Deepika had to opt out due to a breakdown in talks with the production team. Various reports previously suggested that Padukone had requested a significant increase in her pay and typical work hours to accommodate her role as a new mother. This ultimately led to his separation from the project.

Elaborating on the situation, the report quoted an insider as saying, “Deepika wanted about 35 percent more for the next film than what she got for the first film. It became difficult to adjust to the terms. Eventually she walked out, and now Sai Pallavi has stepped in“

Hopefully the change in casting will provide a new direction for the sequel, with many in the industry eager to see how that happens Ramayana The star’s involvement will affect the dynamics of the film.

Kalki 2 It has a stellar starcast – Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Disha Patani and Keerthy Suresh among others. Earlier this week, Bachchan shared some pictures He announced his look as Ashwatthama on social media and announced that the shooting of the film has started.

Release date is yet to be announced.