<p>The Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Hindi adaptation of the 2015 Hollywood film The Intern has been in talks for years. However, the project has faced several delays due to unforeseen circumstances. Amid all this, it has now been learned that Padukone has stepped away from the lead role and will instead be part of the movie as a producer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Back in 2020, the Hindi adaptation of the Hollywood film was announced with Deepika Padukone and Rishi Kapoor in the lead. After Kapoor's passing, Amitabh Bachchan came on board to take on the role. However, the film has never gone on floors due to continuous setbacks that kept pushing the production timeline.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Deepika Padukone steps down from The Intern: Reports</h2><p>Padukone, who is currently living a low-key life after welcoming her daughter Dua, has stepped down from the lead role. While there is no official confirmation on this, a source close to the project has revealed that Padukone will be involved with the project as a producer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking to Mid-Day, the source told,“This time, Deepika will step away from acting in the film to serve solely as a producer, overseeing the creative and logistical reboot. A new leading lady is being cast to play the part she was once slated to perform."</p>

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<p>“The Intern is the first of five projects she plans to mount in the coming year. She is looking to tell stories that are globally relevant," the source added. She will be producing the movie under KA Productions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Padukone was expected to play the role of Anne Hathaway's character in the movie, who is the founder of a fashion house. Meanwhile, Bachchan is on board to play the role of Robert De Niro’s character, who is a senior intern.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>More about The Intern</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Directed by Nancy Meyers, the original movie stars De Niro as Ben Whittaker, a 70-year-old widower who wants purpose in his retirement life. To stay active, he joins a fashion startup as a senior intern, where he works under Jules Ostin (Anne), the founder and CEO. As the two start working together, they develop a sweet bond, teaching each other the meaning of life.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Garnering praise for its warm performances, the movie grossed over $190 million globally.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Deepika Padukone has reportedly stepped away from The Intern remake. The Hindi adaptation of the Hollywood film was first announced in 2020 with Padukone and late actor Rishi Kapoor.

The Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Hindi adaptation of the 2015 Hollywood film The Intern has been in talks for years. However, the project has faced several delays due to unforeseen circumstances. Amid all this, it has now been learned that Padukone has stepped away from the lead role and will instead be part of the movie as a producer. Back in 2020, the Hindi adaptation of the Hollywood film was announced with Deepika Padukone and Rishi Kapoor in the lead. After Kapoor's passing, Amitabh Bachchan came on board to take on the role. However, the film has never gone on floors due to continuous setbacks that kept pushing the production timeline. Deepika Padukone steps down from The Intern: Reports Padukone, who is currently living a low-key life after welcoming her daughter Dua, has stepped down from the lead role. While there is no official confirmation on this, a source close to the project has revealed that Padukone will be involved with the project as a producer. Speaking to Mid-Day, the source told,“This time, Deepika will step away from acting in the film to serve solely as a producer, overseeing the creative and logistical reboot. A new leading lady is being cast to play the part she was once slated to perform."

<p>Deepika Padukone has reportedly stepped away from The Intern remake. The Hindi adaptation of the Hollywood film was first announced in 2020 with Padukone and late actor Rishi Kapoor.</p>

Deepika Padukone steps back from The Intern remake, here’s how she’ll still be part of it: Reports

<p>Deepika Padukone, who recently embraced motherhood, seems to be facing setbacks in her professional life. A few days back, the actress was reportedly dropped from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's anticipated project <i>Spirit</i>. Now, there are reports that the <i>Padmaavat </i>star has walked out of <i>Kalki'</i>s sequel as well.</p><h2>Deepika Padukone 'walked out' of Kalki 2?</h2><p>According to several reports, Deepika Padukone has requested shorter working hours after giving birth to her daughter, Dua. This request of hers has caused friction among the sets. Reportedly, the makers of <i>Kalki 2 </i>are now considering removing her from the film entirely. However, no official statement has been given by the actress or the makers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/deepika-padukone-sandeep-reddy-vanga-triptii-reddy-spirit-row-casting-controversy-internet-reacts-1748443285915"><strong> Spirit row: Internet labels Deepika Padukone ‘alpha’ and Sandeep Reddy Vanga ‘Andhra Tate’ amid casting controversy</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A similar request was made by Deepika Padukone for Prabhas starrer <i>Spirit</i>. However, the director of the film Sandeep Reddy Vanga accused her of several demands excluding shorter working hours, which led to her reported removal from the film, followed by which she was replaced by Animal star Triptii Dimri.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/spirit-sandeep-reddy-vanga-accuses-deepika-padukone-of-exposing-script-details-1748315157338"><strong>Spirit: Sandeep Reddy Vanga accuses Deepika Padukone of exposing script details&nbsp;</strong></a></p><h2>Sandeep Reddy Vanga accuses Deepika Padukone of leaking Spirit script details?</h2><p>After her 'removal' from the film <i>Spirit</i>, Sandeep Reddy Vanga took to X and accused a celebrity of leaking certain aspects of the film. He stated, "When I narrate a story to an actor, I place 100% faith. There is an unsaid NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) between us. But, by doing this, you've 'DISCLOSED' the person that you are...Putting down a younger actor and ousting my story? Is this what your feminism stands for?".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/has-deepika-padukone-been-removed-from-sandeep-reddy-vanga-s-spirit-1747902774214"><strong>Has Deepika Padukone been ‘removed’ from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit co-starring Prabhas?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He further wrote, "As a filmmaker, I put years of hard work behind my craft &amp; for me, filmmaking is everything. You didn't get it. You won't get it. You will never get it".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The other demands made by Deepika Padukone irked Sandeep Reddy Vanga. As per reports, Deepika allegedly requested an 8-hour workday, which translates to only 6 hours of actual shoot time. She also demanded a hefty fee of Rs 20 crore for her role and a percentage of her film's profits. She even refused to deliver her dialogues in Telugu.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/spirit-triptii-dimri-replaces-deepika-padukone-in-sandeep-reddy-vanga-prabhas-s-project-animal-actress-confirms-1748096906392"><strong>Spirit: Triptii Dimri replaces Deepika Padukone in Sandeep Reddy Vanga-Prabhas's project, Animal actress confirms</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For the unversed, Deepika Padukone was last seen in <i>Singham Again</i>, which was released in cinemas on November 1, 2024.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>Kalki'</i>s first part was released on June 27, 2024. The sci-fi thriller was helmed by Nag Ashwin and starred Prabhas, Disha Patani, Kamal Haasan, Dulquer Salmaan, and Amitabh Bachchan among others.&nbsp;</p>

After Deepika Padukone was allegedly dropped from Sandeep Reddy Vang's Spirit, there are reports that Deepika Padukone might have exited Kalki's sequel as well. The first part was released in 2024.

Deepika Padukone, who recently embraced motherhood, seems to be facing setbacks in her professional life. A few days back, the actress was reportedly dropped from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's anticipated project Spirit. Now, there are reports that the Padmaavat star has walked out of Kalki's sequel as well. Deepika Padukone 'walked out' of Kalki 2? According to several reports, Deepika Padukone has requested shorter working hours after giving birth to her daughter, Dua. This request of hers has caused friction among the sets. Reportedly, the makers of Kalki 2 are now considering removing her from the film entirely. However, no official statement has been given by the actress or the makers. Also read: Spirit row: Internet labels Deepika Padukone ‘alpha’ and Sandeep Reddy Vanga ‘Andhra Tate’ amid casting controversy A similar request was made by Deepika Padukone for Prabhas starrer Spirit. However, the director of the film Sandeep Reddy Vanga accused her of several demands excluding shorter working hours, which led to her reported removal from the film, followed by which she was replaced by Animal star Triptii Dimri. Also read: Spirit: Sandeep Reddy Vanga accuses Deepika Padukone of exposing script details Sandeep Reddy Vanga accuses Deepika Padukone of leaking Spirit script details? After her 'removal' from the film Spirit, Sandeep Reddy Vanga took to X and accused a celebrity of leaking certain aspects of the film. He stated, "When I narrate a story to an actor, I place 100% faith. There is an unsaid NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) between us. But, by doing this, you've 'DISCLOSED' the person that you are...Putting down a younger actor and ousting my story? Is this what your feminism stands for?". Also read: Has Deepika Padukone been ‘removed’ from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit co-starring Prabhas? He further wrote, "As a filmmaker, I put years of hard work behind my craft & for me, filmmaking is everything. You didn't get it. You won't get it. You will never get it". The other demands made by Deepika Padukone irked Sandeep Reddy Vanga. As per reports, Deepika allegedly requested an 8-hour workday, which translates to only 6 hours of actual shoot time. She also demanded a hefty fee of Rs 20 crore for her role and a percentage of her film's profits. She even refused to deliver her dialogues in Telugu. Also read: Spirit: Triptii Dimri replaces Deepika Padukone in Sandeep Reddy Vanga-Prabhas's project, Animal actress confirms For the unversed, Deepika Padukone was last seen in Singham Again, which was released in cinemas on November 1, 2024. Kalki's first part was released on June 27, 2024. The sci-fi thriller was helmed by Nag Ashwin and starred Prabhas, Disha Patani, Kamal Haasan, Dulquer Salmaan, and Amitabh Bachchan among others.

<p>After Deepika Padukone was allegedly dropped from Sandeep Reddy Vang's Spirit, there are reports that Deepika Padukone might have exited Kalki's sequel as well. The first part was released in 2024.</p>

After Spirit, has Deepika Padukone walked out of Prabhas' starrer Kalki 2?

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Deepika Padukone steps back from The Intern remake, here’s how she’ll still be part of it: Reports

After Spirit, has Deepika Padukone walked out of Prabhas' starrer Kalki 2?