📌 Key Points
- Rumors suggest Sai Pallavi may replace Deepika Padukone as SUM-80 in the Kalki 2898 AD sequel.
- Makers are considering Sai Pallavi for the role of SUM-80 after Deepika’s potential exit.
- Official confirmation is pending from Vyjayanthi Movies and director Nag Ashwin.
- Kalki 2898 AD, starring Prabhas and others, grossed ₹ 1042 crore worldwide.
Speculation surrounds the Kalki 2898 AD sequel, with rumors indicating Sai Pallavi might take over Deepika Padukone’s role as SUM-80. Sources suggest the makers find Pallavi a ‘perfect fit,’ though official confirmation is awaited.
Sai Pallavi in Kalki 2898 AD Sequel?
Rumours have surfaced that Sai Pallavi will be the new SUM-80 in the Kalki 2898 AD sequel, taking over the role previously played by Deepika Padukone.
Buzz about the sequel to Nag Ashwin’s sci-fi Kalki 2898 AD has reanimated excitement for the film again. Even as the producers, Vyjayanthi Movies, and the filmmaker remain mum about the Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan-starrer, those in the know have been leaking updates on social media. Hindustan Times spoke to a representative of the film to find out whether Sai Pallavi is on board after Deepika Padukone ’s exit, as rumoured.
Makers Weighing Options for SUM-80 Role
“Nothing has been finalised yet. But yes, the makers are looking at Sai to play SUM-80 after Deepika’s exit. They think she’ll be a perfect fit for the role,” they tell us. They also brushed off rumours that Sai has been finalised by Nag and that shooting will resume soon. “All these are just rumours because nothing has been finalised yet. Please wait for official confirmation,” they say. The producer and director have yet to release a statement on this.
The film ends with Prabhas’ bounty hunter, Bhairava, escaping with a pregnant SUM-80 even as Ashwatthama realises that Bhairava is a reincarnation of his friend, Karna. Yaskin, who gains powers after being injected with a sample of SUM-80’s fetal serum, vows to hunt her down himself after a failed attempt by his acolytes.
Official Confirmation Still Awaited
Kalki 2898 AD was released in theatres in June 2024, and it collected ₹ 1042 crore worldwide.
While the makers consider Sai Pallavi for the role, fans await official confirmation regarding the casting for SUM-80 in the Kalki 2898 AD sequel. The film’s success has heightened anticipation for the next installment.
