Deepika Padukone Joins Allu Arjun and Atlee for Pan-India Magnum Opus 'AA22xA6'

In a major casting announcement that has thrilled fans across the country, Deepika Padukone has been confirmed as the female lead in the upcoming pan-India project helmed by director Atlee and starring Allu Arjun. Tentatively titled AA22xA6, the film is being produced by Sun Pictures and is being described as a magnum opus.

The announcement comes just days after Deepika’s much-discussed exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit, adding fuel to an already buzzing conversation around her career choices.

On Saturday morning, Sun Pictures shared a video across social media platforms, officially welcoming Deepika Padukone onboard. The caption read, “The Queen marches to conquer!❤‍????Welcome onboard @deepikapadukone ✨ #TheFacesOfAA22xA6. #AA22xA6 - A Magnum Opus from Sun Pictures????.”

The announcement video opens with Deepika in discussion with Atlee, followed by glimpses of her training and shooting for a character that appears to be a fierce warrior. Concept art shows her mid-air with a battle axe, while motion capture sequences and green-screen shots give fans a look into the high-octane action being planned.

The promo also includes a dramatic shot of the actor atop a CGI horse, dressed for battle and armed with a weapon. The character visuals, action choreography, and training montages hint at a powerful and action-driven role, with Atlee guiding Deepika through combat sequences.

Fans reacted enthusiastically to the announcement. One fan commented, “Deepika Padukone Action Goosebumps,” while another wrote, “She looks so badass here.” The anticipation around the collaboration of three industry heavyweights—Deepika Padukone, Allu Arjun, and Atlee—has sparked discussions about the film being a future blockbuster.

Some online reactions also referenced her recent exit from Spirit, with one fan saying, “She doesn't need Vanga,” in a nod to the earlier controversy. Reports regarding her departure from the Vanga project suggested a clash over working hours, with some sources claiming she requested eight-hour workdays to balance her commitments as a new mother.

Deepika, who recently featured in Kalki 2898 AD alongside Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan, is already a familiar face in pan-India cinema. With AA22xA6, she continues to expand her portfolio with roles that challenge and redefine the image of leading women in Indian cinema.

More details on the film’s plot and production timeline are expected soon. For now, fans can look forward to a high-energy spectacle that promises grand visuals, intense action, and powerful performances.