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šŸ“° Deepika Padukone Finally Breaks Silence on Exiting Spirit & Kalki 2898 AD šŸŽ„šŸ’”

TL;DR:After months of rumours, Deepika PadukoneĀ has finally addressed why she opted out of Prabhas’ Kalki 2898 ADĀ promotions and Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit. šŸ’¬ The actress clarified that health and scheduling conflicts — not creative issues — led to her withdrawal.

What Happened?

  • Deepika confirmed that she had to step back from multiple commitmentsĀ due to health reasons during her pregnancy and postnatal recovery. 🤱

  • She stated: ā€œI’ve always given my 100% to every role. But right now, family and health come first.ā€

  • The clarification ends months of speculation that she left due to disagreements with SpiritĀ director Sandeep Reddy Vanga or with Kalki’sĀ team.

  • Sources close to her say she maintains a warm relationshipĀ with both production houses and could collaborate again once she resumes full-time work.

Flashback / Context

  • Kalki 2898 AD, co-starring Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan, was one of India’s biggest pan-India releases.

  • Deepika appeared briefly in early promos but was later absent from press tours, sparking ā€œcreative falloutā€ rumours.

  • In Spirit, she was initially set to play the female lead opposite Prabhas, but the role is now being re-cast.

Who Gains & Who Loses?

  • Gains:Ā Deepika — praised for her transparency and prioritising well-being over pressure. 🌸

  • Losses:Ā Fans — disappointed by her exit but supportive of her personal choice.

  • Producers:Ā Must recalibrate casting and marketing strategies.

People’s Angle

For young professionals, Deepika’s move resonates deeply — a reminder that stepping back isn’t quitting, it’s self-care. šŸ’Ŗ

MediaFx Take

In an industry that glorifies non-stop hustle, Deepika’s honesty stands tall. ✨ Her choice puts health above hype — a quiet but powerful message for every working woman balancing ambition and life.

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