With India’s biggest films in the production, Deepika Padukone’s lineup roars loud: King & Atlee’s next will bring all new avatars
As the entertainment industry enters an exciting phase marked by scale, ambition, and boundary-pushing storytelling in 2026, Deepika Padukone stands firmly at the centre of it all. With two of the country’s biggest films currently in production, fans are excited to see more of it.
Deepika’s upcoming slate includes what are easily among the biggest films being mounted in Indian cinema right now. One sees her reunite with Shah Rukh Khan for the sixth time — a partnership that has evolved into cinematic royalty over the years. The other brings her together with filmmaker Atlee and Allu Arjun, setting the stage for a true pan-India spectacle. Together, these projects place her firmly at the centre of the industry’s most anticipated conversations.
Yes, the year looks busy for Deepika with two mega projects ahead as she continues to be the undisputed queen of Bollywood. Whether starring alongside the biggest stars adding her own creative weight, or making her presence felt in blockbusters with star power, Deepika has truly emerged as nothing less than a Pan-India phenomenon and given box office hits that prove her reign over the box office as well with numbers. What lies ahead is even more exciting for everyone to watch out for.
Over the last few years, Deepika has built a filmography that reflects both scale and substance. From Padmaavat, Jawan and Fighter to Kalki 2898 AD and Singham Again, her choices have consistently carried weight — creatively and commercially. Whether she’s sharing screen space with the biggest stars or anchoring massive narratives with her presence, she brings a quiet authority that elevates every project she’s part of. It’s this balance that continues to define her as Bollywood’s leading lady and a pan-India phenomenon.
Up first is King, her much-awaited reunion with Shah Rukh Khan. Their sixth collaboration feels especially meaningful — a full-circle moment for an actor who debuted opposite him and went on to build a blockbuster legacy together. With filming currently underway in Poland, the excitement around the film continues to grow with each passing day.
Equally compelling is Atlee’s ambitious sci-fi actioner, AA22xA6. Following the unprecedented success of Jawan, this collaboration brings together Atlee, Allu Arjun, and Deepika in what promises to be a genre-defining cinematic experience. While the makers are keeping details closely guarded, the first glimpses of the project were enough to spark nationwide curiosity and excitement.
And as we step into 2026, there’s a palpable sense of anticipation around what lies ahead. Beyond the scale and spectacle, there’s genuine excitement to see what Deepika will bring to these two films — the nuance, the strength, the creative choices that make her performances linger. It feels less like waiting for releases and more like looking forward to chapters yet to unfold.
With two mega projects on the horizon, Deepika Padukone’s journey continues to evolve with purpose and promise. For audiences, all that remains is to watch closely — because the next phase is shaping up to be one worth remembering.