Deepika Padukone and Kalki 2898 AD co-star Prabhas will have to wait a bit longer before working together again, as she won't be reprising her role in the film's sequel. The production banner behind the film and its sequel, Vijayanthi Movies, on Thursday announced that actress Deepika Padukone would not be reprising her role as Sumathi in the sequel.The production house posted its official statement on the microblogging website X. "This is to officially announce that Deepika Padukone will not be a part of the upcoming sequel of Kalki 2898 AD," the statement reads."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," it added.The statement further said, "And a film like Kalki 2898 AD deserves that commitment and much more."This news comes just months after reports suggested that Deepika had refused to work in Prabhas' upcoming film Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, as she had put forward certain demands before the film's production.Director Nag shares cryptic post after announcementMeanwhile, director Ashwin Nag has reacted to it by sharing a cryptic note on his social media handle.Nag Ashwin took to Instagram, reposting a video clip of Lord Krishna's entry scene from Kalki 2898 AD, originally shared by a fan page. On his Instagram story status, he wrote, "You can't change what happened, but you can choose what happens next."Who will replace Deepika?As of now, there is no official confirmation on who will replace Deepika Padukone as the lead actress.While some internet users are interested in knowing what will happen next.Several users are asking, “Then who is going to replace her role?
Kalki 2898 AD: Deepika Padukone dropped from sequel; who will replace her?
