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Bollywood Diva Deepika Padukone’s collaboration with Allu Arjun for AA22xA6 (working title) is turning the project into one of Indian cinema’s boldest ventures yet. Directed by blockbuster filmmaker Atlee, the high-budget alternate-reality sci-fi saga has, reportedly, already gone on floors in Mumbai, and news of Deepika setting aside a massive chunk of her calendar has only amplified the buzz.
Deepika Locks 100 Days for AA22xA6
According to a report by Pinkvilla, Deepika Padukone will begin filming in November 2025, committing 100 days to the project. Reports suggest she’ll sport a specially crafted warrior avatar, complete with unique costumes and weaponry, making it one of her most transformative roles yet.
Allu Arjun in a Triple Avatar Across Parallel Worlds
Earlier media reports suggest that Allu Arjun will play three distinct characters, each belonging to a different universe. The film promises a visual spectacle with alternate reality landscapes, being compared to global benchmarks like Avatar.
A Pan-India Cast Packed With Stars
Joining Allu Arjun and Deepika are Rashmika Mandanna, Janhvi Kapoor, and Mrunal Thakur, making AA22xA6 one of the most star-studded ensembles ever attempted in Indian cinema.
More About AA22xA6
With a reported VFX budget of Rs 350-400 crore, and an overall cost between Rs 600-800 crore, AA22xA6 is on track to become one of the costliest Indian films ever made.
Moreover, with Deepika’s warrior transformation, Allu Arjun’s triple avatars, and Atlee’s ambitious storytelling, AA22xA6 isn’t just a film; it’s being built as India’s answer to global sci-fi spectacles.
