As Kalki 2 hits a roadblock with Deepika Padukone’s exit, Nag Ashwin resumes work on his female-led film. Alia Bhatt was supposed to be a part; however, she has backed out due to scheduling conflict. Sai Pallavi is in talks to replace her

Apart from the fee hike and work hours, sources claim the constant delay in the Kalki 2 shoot and eventual clash with the dates for King added to the falling-out between Deepika Padukone and the makers