Shooting for King in Poland, exciting update for Atlee’s next; source shares, “Deepika Padukone has a fierce part, which is essential to the first and second acts of the narrative”

The buzz around filmmaker Atlee’s next big venture, AA22xA6, just got bigger. Industry sources confirm that Deepika Padukone has a pivotal role in the film — one that is set to leave a lasting impact on audiences. Known for her ability to balance grace with power on screen, Deepika is stepping into a character that is described as both fierce and essential to the unfolding drama.
A source close to the project shares, “She has a fierce part, which is essential to the first and second acts of the narrative.” This confirms what many had speculated — that Deepika’s role is not a cameo or a fleeting appearance, but a well-etched character woven into the heart of the story with Allu.

The source further adds, said, “Allu is playing the entire family tree in Atlee’s next film. He will be seen as a grandfather, father, and two sons in the film, making it a quadruple role for Allu. This would mark the first multiple role film of his career.”

The source added, “However, Allu insisted on playing all four characters himself. At first, Atlee was hesitant, but on doing the look test, he felt this worked in favour of the film. The audiences will get to see 4 different avatars of Allu Arjun at the price of one ticket.”

Atlee, who has built a reputation for combining high-octane storytelling with strong emotional arcs, is said to have crafted this character with Deepika specifically in mind. Her presence is expected to add emotional weight and dramatic intensity to the film’s first half, while also propelling the story into its larger-than-life second act.

For fans of Deepika, this update is particularly exciting. Over the years, she has chosen roles that challenge stereotypes and push the boundaries of mainstream cinema — from Padmaavat and Chhapaak to her special appearance in Jawan. With AA22xA6, she is once again set to redefine her on-screen persona, this time in Atlee’s unmistakable cinematic style after their last collab on Jawan.

The film itself remains shrouded in secrecy, but with names like Atlee and Deepika Padukone attached, expectations are sky-high. As the project moves closer to its official reveal, all eyes will be on how this collaboration shapes up. Currently, Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone are shooting in Poland for King.