Deepika Padukone Joins Atlee and Allu Arjun’s Sci-Fi Epic: What to Expect from AA22xA6

Deepika Padukone Joins Atlee & Allu Arjun’s Sci-Fi Epic: What to Expect from AA22xA6

Jun 09, 2025 Anjali Mishra

Sun Pictures today dropped a motion poster announcing Deepika’s role in the sci‑fi action film AA22xA6, with the tagline: “The Queen marches to conquer

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Directed by Atlee, produced by Sun Pictures, Known for Jawan, Bigil, and Mersal, Atlee helms this ambitious project under the powerhouse banner of Kalanithi Maran’s Sun Pictures

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Reports describe the film as a high‑concept, parallel‑universe adventure with top Hollywood VFX studios, and a ₹700 cr+ budget

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A major bridge between Bollywood & Tollywood, Deepika’s casting symbolizes a cultural crossover, elevating the film to pan‑India status

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In the launch clip, Deepika dons headgear and weaponry, actively engaged in script reading and stunt prep with Atlee

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Alongside Deepika, actresses like Mrunal Thakur and Janhvi Kapoor are linked to the project, suggesting a multi‑lead narrative

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Following her temporary exit from Spirit and return from maternity leave, Deepika is making a powerful statement with this big‑budget choice

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Netizens hail her as a “Queen,” while peers like Ranveer Singh and Samantha Ruth Prabhu applaud her cinematic prowess

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