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India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
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
One of Bollywood's leading actresses, Deepika Padukone, is set to team up once again with the filmmaker behind one of the biggest blockbusters of her career. Known for her powerful performances and versatile roles, Deepika's reunion with this acclaimed director has already sparked excitement in the industry. Their earlier collaboration not only set box office records but also earned widespread praise for its storytelling and direction. As anticipation builds around this new project, fans are eager to see what cinematic magic the duo will create this time, promising another potential hit in the making. Let's find out who this director is.. Tamil Industry's Talented Director… 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.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
After feud with Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Deepika Padukone to star in Atlee's next with Allu Arjun. Watch video
Deepika Padukone, who recently walked out of Sandeep Reddy Vanga's film Spirit, has now joined hands with her Jawan director Atlee. Deepika will now be seen in Atlee's next, which also stars Allu Arjun. On Saturday, producers of the film, Sun Pictures, shared an announcement video which revealed Deepika Padukone as a part of the film. In the video shared by the makers, Atlee can be seen in a narration with Deepika. The video then shows her shooting for VFX shots. She was seen wearing a body suit and shooting for what seemed like an action sequence while seated on a VFX horse. The Queen marches to conquer!❤🔥 Welcome onboard @deepikapadukone✨#TheFacesOfAA22xA6 ▶️ – A Magnum Opus from Sun Pictures💥@alluarjun @Atlee_dir#SunPictures #AA22 #A6 — Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) June 7, 2025 Sharing the video, Sun Pictures wrote on X, 'The Queen marches to conquer! Welcome onboard Deepika Padukone.' The announcement has also sparked rumours of association of actors Mrunal Thakur and Janhvi Kapoor with the film. However, an official announcement is awaited. ALSO READ | 'Dipika Kakar underwent a 14-hour-long surgery, family started to panic,' husband Shoaib Ibrahim shares health update: 'She's out of the ICU now' A similar video with actor Allu Arjun was released back in April, where the actor was seen flying to Los Angeles along with Atlee and meeting the team of VFX. The film, seemingly a period drama, is said to feature some creatures as well. Magic with mass & a world beyond imagination! #AA22 Teaming up with @Atlee_dir garu for something truly spectacular with the unparalleled support of @sunpictures — Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) April 8, 2025 After the success of Pushpa: The Rise and Pushpa: The Rule, AA22 will mark the first ever collaboration of the actor with Atlee in his acting career. Deepika Padukone has lately signed several pan-India projects headed by South filmmakers. After starring in Atlee's Jawan and Nag Ashwin's Kalki 2898 AD, she was set to star opposite Prabhas in Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit. However, due to disagreement on shift timings and remuneration, the actress walked out of the film. The incident eventually turned into a feud. Now, the actor has announced her second collaboration with Atlee after their 2024 film Jawan, which earned over Rs 1000 crore worldwide.
News18
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Atlee Lands In Hyderabad For Allu Arjun's Big-Budget Film #AA22xA6
Last Updated: Atlee begins pre-production in Hyderabad for #AA22xA6, his first film with Allu Arjun, stirring major buzz. Blockbuster director Atlee has officially landed in Hyderabad to kick off pre-production work on his next major film. The project, currently going by the working title #AA22xA6, is already grabbing headlines across the country. The reason? It marks the first-ever collaboration between Atlee and South superstar Allu Arjun —a partnership that has set fan expectations soaring. A video showing Atlee arriving at the Hyderabad airport quickly went viral, making waves on social media. Fans across platforms began speculating about the film's plot, characters and possible casting choices. The anticipation surrounding the project has only intensified since the viral clip dropped, with people sharing their excitement and theories online. Blockbuster Director #Atlee has landed in Hyderabad. Pre-production of #AA22xA6, starring Icon Star #AlluArjun is in full swing. Excitement builds as two powerhouses come together for this much anticipated film. The storm is coming. 💥 @alluarjun @Atlee_dir @sunpictures — Telugu Cult ???????? (@Telugu_Cult) May 21, 2025 The film is being produced by Sun Pictures, one of the leading production houses in the South film industry, known for backing large-scale cinematic spectacles. This exciting new venture is expected to be a grand, genre-blending film that combines elements of science fiction and action, set in an elaborate parallel universe. It promises a level of scale, innovation and storytelling rarely seen in Indian cinema, especially within the commercial mass-appeal space. While early rumours hinted that the film might feature a two-hero storyline, Allu Arjun's team has since clarified that the actor will be seen in dual roles, adding another intriguing layer to the film's narrative. Janhvi Kapoor is also reportedly in talks to join the cast as one of the female leads, although an official confirmation is still pending. If true, this will mark yet another high-profile addition to the film's already star-studded team. The film is set to go on floors in mid-2025, with a grand release planned for 2026. Given the ambitious scope of the story and the complex technical demands of the production, the team has brought in Hollywood VFX experts, including José Fernandez—a name associated with the costume design and visual effects for legendary superhero films such as Iron Man, Spider-Man and The Batman. This move underscores the production's commitment to delivering a world-class visual experience. Adding to the film's creative pedigree is Anirudh Ravichander, who will compose the music. Anirudh previously teamed up with Atlee on Jawan, a film that not only achieved box office success but also delivered a memorable soundtrack. Their reunion is expected to result in another chart-topping album that perfectly complements the film's dramatic tone and futuristic aesthetic. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun, fresh off the roaring success of Pushpa 2: The Rule, continues to ride a wave of popularity. In the sequel, he reprised his iconic role as Pushparaju, a red sandalwood smuggler who rises to power against all odds. The franchise's fanbase has only grown larger and Pushpa 3: The Rampage is already in development, further cementing Arjun's position as one of India's most bankable and beloved stars. With all the elements in place—an award-winning director, a leading superstar in dual roles, cutting-edge technology and a futuristic setting—#AA22xA6 is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about and ambitious films in Indian cinema. The pre-production phase is now in full swing and fans across the world are waiting with bated breath to see what this dynamic collaboration between Atlee and Allu Arjun will bring to the big screen. First Published:
Indian Express
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Allu Arjun recalls his 18 consecutive flops, took one year off to introspect: ‘I delivered by biggest hit after that, then Pushpa…'
Allu Arjun may be a box office force to reckon with now, but there was a time not too long ago when he delivered 18 flops. That long lull prompted him to take a year off to introspect. Arjun considers it a great decision in hindsight now, given his biggest hits, including the Pushpa franchise, followed that break. 'Eighteen of my films failed at the box office. They didn't do so well. I wanted to take a break for six months. Accidentally, it happened to be 12-13 months. But I wanted a seven- to eight-month break and I wanted to introspect. I wanted to take some time off. I took a year off, almost a year, by accident though. There was a lot of introspection being done,' said Arjun at WAVES Summit 2025 in Mumbai. 'Genuinely, that was one of the best breaks I had. Because after that, I had Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo, which was my biggest hit and an industry record. It's one of the biggest Telugu hits ever. After that, there was Pushpa and Pushpa 2. One year really helped me introspect a lot,' added Arjun. Son of veteran film producer and distributor Allu Aravind, Arjun made his acting debut as a child artist in A. Kodandarami Reddy's Vijetha, which was backed by his father's production house Geetha Arts. Arjun made his debut as a lead actor in K. Raghavendra Rao's 100th directorial venture, Gangotri, in 2003. However, Arjun's career soon began to take a beating. He delivered flops like Sukumar's 2009 action romance Arya 2, a sequel to their 2004 hit Arya. More flops followed, like Gunasekhar's 2010 action romance Varudu and Vakkantham Vamsi's 2018 action film Naa Peru Surya. After taking a year-long break, Arjun returned with a bang with Trivikram Srinivas' 2020 action drama Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo. He raised the stakes further with another blockbuster in Sukumar's 2021 period gangster film Pushpa: The Rise. Arjun made history with that film, becoming the first Telugu actor to win the National Award for Best Actor. He broke several box office records with the sequel, Sukumar's Pushpa 2: The Rule, last year as it became the highest grossing film in India. Arjun is all set to collaborate with Atlee and Trivikram Srinivas for his next two projects respectively. The currently untitled movie with Atlee was officially announced on the occasion of Arjun's 43rd birthday last month. 'Magic with mass & a world beyond imagination! #AA22. Teaming up with @Atlee_dir garu for something truly spectacular with the unparalleled support of @sunpictures,' Arjun wrote on X. Atlee, known for Tamil films Mersal, Theri, and Hindi movie Jawan, wished the actor on his birthday. 'Happy Birthday @alluarjun sir, Love you sir. Thank you Kalanithi Maran sir & @sunpictures for making my dream a reality. Let's have a blast GEAR UP #A22xA6,' the filmmaker wrote.
News18
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Allu Arjun Makes Stylish Appearance With Wife Sneha And Daughter Arha At A Family Wedding, Pics Go Viral
Allu Arjun has recently announced next film tentatively titled 'AA22xA6' with Atlee. Allu Arjun is one of the most popular actors and enjoys a huge fan following. Often, his public appearances go viral on social media. Recently, Allu Arjun turned heads with his dapper appearance at a recent family wedding, accompanied by his wife Sneha Reddy and their daughter Allu Arha. The stylish trio was spotted in traditional attire, and photos from the event have quickly gone viral on social media. In the viral photos, Allu Arjun is spotted wearing a red colour silk kurta with pyajama. His wife Sneha is seen wearing a beautiful yellow saree and daughter also looks pretty Arha. He was seen attending his cousin's wedding. Allu Arjun has recently announced next film tentatively titled 'AA22xA6' with Atlee. It promises to be a high-concept, VFX-driven spectacle, and the video shared by the makers shows Atlee and Allu Arjun meeting special effects companies in Los Angeles for the film. Take a look here: Officially confirming the film, Allu Arjun wrote on X (previously Twitter), 'Magic with mass & a world beyond imagination! #AA22 Teaming up with @Atlee_dir garu for something truly spectacular with the unparalleled support of @sunpictures." Along with this, was a video that showed the actor-director duo meeting with leading special effects companies in Los Angeles, USA, to discuss the film's ambitious visual palette. The video begins with Atlee, Allu Arjun meeting with the producers in Chennai. Post that, they head to Los Angeles, USA for the meeting with the special effects companies. They are first seen meeting with the CEO of Ironhead Studio, the company behind Spider-Man: Homecoming, Captain America: Civil War and Avengers: Age Of Ultron's special effects. They also headed to 'Spectral Motion', 'Lola VFX', 'Fractured FX', 'ILM Technoprops' 'Legacy Effects', for the meeting. James Madigan, the VFX Supervisor of 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation,' 'Iron Man 2′ and other films is heard telling, 'I just got done reading the script, and I got to say, my head is still spinning." The video also shows Allu Arjun checking out the Black Panther suit. He is then seen asking Mike Elizaldi, the president of Spectral Motion, what he thought about the script of the film. 'The script is seriously unlike anything I have ever read. It is the best of the best, of what I would ever want to create." Meanwhile, as per reports, 'AA22xA6' is being made on a mind-blowing budget of Rs 800 crore, and has now become the second most expensive Indian film ever, just after SS Rajamouli's SSMB29 with Mahesh Babu. First Published:
