Deepika Padukone recently announced on social media that she’s expecting her second child with husband Ranveer Singh, bringing joy and excitement to her fans and the film industry. This announcement has raised questions among trade circles, especially since Deepika still has about 50 days of filming left for Atlee’s much-anticipated movie, Raka, which stars Allu Arjun. Many wondered how this would affect the filming schedule.
However, sources reveal that Atlee has been incredibly supportive of Deepika during this time. “Atlee was thrilled to hear the news of Deepika’s pregnancy. Instead of worrying about the schedule, he collaborated with his team to come up with a backup plan. Most of Deepika’s action scenes will now be shot using a body double. She has already filmed some close-up shots, which will be enhanced with VFX in post-production,” the source stated.
Deepika has a significant action role in the film, and the team wants to ensure her safety. “Deepika has an impressive entrance and a major action scene alongside Allu Arjun. Those will now be performed by her double, while she will handle the dramatic aspects of her role. Her character remains intact, and her presence in Raka is unchanged despite her pregnancy.”
Additionally, the team behind another project, King, has expedited filming with Deepika. They aim to complete all action scenes and musical numbers early on in order to avoid any excessive strain on her.
Overall, Deepika is continuing her work with enthusiasm and determination, proving she’s a strong presence both on and off the screen.
