Entertainment Desk: Deepika Padukone’s fans were recently thrown into a frenzy after social media posts claimed that her name had been removed from the credits of Kalki 2898 AD on streaming platforms. The rumour, which spread rapidly online, sparked outrage and speculation, with many users accusing the film’s producers of disrespecting the actress. However, new information now suggests that the claims were entirely unfounded.
Shortly after the controversy erupted, several screenshots began circulating that appeared to show Deepika’s name “added back” to the credits — leading many to believe the decision was reversed following backlash. But a source close to the film has clarified that Deepika’s name was never removed in the first place.
According to the insider, technical and procedural realities make such overnight changes impossible. “Updating or modifying credits on OTT platforms like Amazon or Netflix is a complex, multi-step process involving global syncs, file replacements, and quality checks. It cannot be done instantly or in reaction to social media outrage,” the source said.
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The clarification comes weeks after the makers of the Prabhas-led sci-fi epic announced Deepika Padukone’s exit from the film’s upcoming sequel. In September, the official Kalki 2898 AD X (formerly Twitter) handle released a statement confirming that the actress would not be Following the announcement, multiple reports suggested that the decision stemmed from contractual disagreements. Sources claimed that Deepika had requested a 25% hike in her remuneration along with a 7-hour workday clause — terms the producers reportedly tried but failed to negotiate.
Despite the online chatter, the insider reiterated that Deepika’s contributions to Kalki 2898 AD remain intact across all official versions of the film. “Her name has always been part of the credits. The rumours are baseless and misleading,” the source added.
Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Deepika Padukone, was one of India’s biggest releases of 2024. The film’s ambitious mix of mythology and science fiction made it a major streaming success — and the latest controversy, it seems, was just another storm in the social media teacup.
