Deepika Padukone to join Allu Arjun in Atlee’s next, 100 day shoot begins in November : Bollywood News

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has committed to a 100-day shooting schedule for her upcoming pan-India film, tentatively titled AA22xA6. Directed by Atlee and starring Allu Arjun, the film is set to begin production in November 2025.

Deepika Padukone to join Allu Arjun in Atlee’s next, 100 day shoot begins in November

A source revealed to Pinkvilla, “Deepika Padukone has begun prep for the film, and is expected to join the set in the month November 2025. She has allotted 100 days for the film shoot, and is expected to can dramatic and action-packed sequences through the journey. It’s Deepika Padukone like never before along with Allu Arjun. The team has designed a special look of a warrior as also weapons for Deepika’s character.”

The film is said to be a first-of-its-kind project in Indian cinema, exploring a parallel universe with Allu Arjun playing a triple role in varied avatars. As earlier reported by Pinkvilla, AA22xA6 is touted as the most technologically advanced Indian film to date, unfolding across two unique worlds, including an alternate universe on the lines of Avatar. “AA22xA6 will be shot until September 2026, and the makers are aiming to bring it on the big screen towards the second half of 2027. Allu Arjun has blocked his calendar exclusively for Atlee’s next and is passionately giving it all to the most prestigious film of his career,” revealed a source.

This project marks Deepika's second collaboration with Atlee, following their successful partnership in Jawan. It's also her first time working with Allu Arjun, making the film a significant crossover between Bollywood and Tollywood. The source concluded, “King and Atlee’s next will mark the first two shoots for DP after becoming a mother. She will be juggling between the two projects from the end of 2026.”

The film is produced by Sun Pictures and is expected to be a high-budget, sci-fi action entertainer. While official details about the plot and other cast members are yet to be released, the combination of Atlee's direction, Allu Arjun's star power, and Deepika's versatility has generated significant anticipation among fans.

Filming is scheduled to commence in November, with more updates about the cast, crew, and release date expected in the coming months.

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