Updated On: 03 February, 2026 04:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Amid rumours of Sai Pallavi replacing Deepika Padukone in Kalki 2 following the latter`s controversial exit, the makers have now confirmed that talks are underway. However, they highlighted how things are yet to be finalised

Sai Pallavi and Deepika Padukone
As the buzz about the sequel to Nag Ashwin’s sci-fi Kalki 2898 AD continues, every new update from the film has kept the fans on their toes. A few days ago, the film once again made headlines after reports emerged suggesting that the makers are planning on replacing Deepika Padukone, who quit the film in September 2025, with Sai Pallavi. Now, the makers have reacted to the reports.
Hindustan Times recently spoke to a representative of Kalki 2 about reports of Sai Pallavi being brought on board after Deepika Padukone’s exit. The representative confirmed that the makers are looking at Sai to replace Deepika.