Gunjan Chaudhary
Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone, who played a crucial role in Prabhas’s blockbuster Kalki 2898 AD, is once again in the headlines. Months after reports surfaced that the actress had been dropped from the film’s sequel, a new controversy has erupted this time over the removal of her name from the film’s end credits on OTT platforms. A sharp-eyed fan recently noticed that Deepika Padukone’s name was missing from the end credits of Kalki 2898 AD on streaming platforms.
Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone’s Name Removed From Film Credits
The fan took to X to call out the filmmakers for their apparent lack of respect, writing, “Credits aren’t just names at the end of a film. They’re gratitude, accountability, and respect for the work done. When someone like Deepika Padukone, who played a key role in shaping the emotional aspect of Kalki, isn’t given credit even months after its OTT release…” The post quickly went viral, sparking a heated discussion among netizens and Deepika’s loyal fanbase.
Deepika Padukone
Following the viral post, several fans began criticizing Vyjayanthi Films, the production house behind Kalki 2898 AD. One user angrily commented, “@VyjayanthiFilms has removed Deepika Padukone from the end credits of ‘Kalki Part 1’ on OTT platforms… Probably the worst production house ever! Will removing her name from the credits take away her impact on the film? Really?”
Deepika Padukone
Fans expressed disappointment that despite her significant contribution to the first part, Deepika’s name was removed, calling it an act of disrespect and unprofessionalism. In September 2025, the makers of Kalki 2898 AD officially announced that Deepika Padukone would not return for the sequel. The production team released a statement on social media, saying: “It is officially announced that Deepika Padukone will not be a part of the upcoming sequel to ‘Kalki 2898 AD’. After careful consideration, we have decided to part ways. Despite the long journey of making the first film, we couldn’t work out a partnership. A film like ‘Kalki’ deserves commitment.”
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