After losing Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit, Deepika Padukone to reunite with THIS director, name is…, Not Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Imtiaz Ali, Karan Johar, Farah Khan
Here we are talking about Tamil industry's renowned director Atlee , who is all set to make another blockbuster with Pan-India star Allu Arjun for the tentative title, superhero-thriller AA26 . Allu Arjun's film with director Atlee is one of the most eagerly anticipated ventures in Tollywood. After remaining tight-lipped for days, the film's producers finally confirmed Deepika Padukone's appointment as the female lead. The announcement has piqued the interest of fans in the project.
Deepika Reunites With Atlee
Deepika Padukone featured in an extended cameo appearance in Atlee's 2023 debut Bollywood directorial Jawan . The actress will reunite with the director for the film and will share screen with Allu Arjun for the first time. This marks her second Telugu venture after Nag Ashwin's directorial Kalki 2898 AD .
The film, provisionally titled AA22xA6 , will also be Allu Arjun's first production since the success of Pushpa 2 . The film was formally revealed on Allu Arjun's 43rd birthday, April 8. The production house, Sun Pictures, presented the movie announcement post, which stated, 'Magic with mass and a world beyond imagination! #AA22.' Teaming up with @Atlee_dir garu for something incredibly exceptional, with unrivaled support from @sunpictures.'
Deepika and Sandeep Reddy Vanga Controversy
Deepika Padukone's involvement in the Allu Arjun film comes just days after her rumored and widely reported departure from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's directorial, Spirit . According to sources, the actress set forth several requirements with regard to working hours, fair pay, and film dubbing, which the filmmaker did not agree to, prompting her to decline the part. However, following Deepika's departure, Sandeep Reddy Vanga indirectly accused her of leaking the film's storyline. The actress has still not given any statement on this allegation.
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