Deepika Padukone will not be a part of the international series 'The White Lotus'? You will be surprised to know the reason...
Deepika Padukone has been away from the big screen for a long time. Meanwhile, rumors have been circulating that she might appear in the fourth season of the Emmy Award-winning series "The White Lotus." But now, significant information has emerged regarding these rumors, revealing whether Deepika will be a part of the series.
Deepika Didn't Want to Audition
According to Variety India, Deepika Padukone was approached for the show, and discussions were held. However, it is now being reported that auditioning was mandatory for the show. However, Deepika didn't want to do so, so she is no longer a part of the series.
The report states that auditions are a mandatory part of the casting process for "The White Lotus." The producers wanted to audition the actors before signing them. Deepika wasn't willing to audition.
This was the reason she had to turn down the opportunity for "The White Lotus." This isn't the first time the show has approached her. It is reported that she was previously approached for the third season, but declined the offer due to her pregnancy.
Deepika made her Hollywood debut in 2017
However, no clarification has yet been issued by Deepika Padukone or her team on these reports. However, if Deepika were to be a part of this series, it would be her second international project. Deepika made her Hollywood debut in the 2017 film xXx: Return of Xander Cage. In this film, Deepika appeared alongside many well-known actors, including Vin Diesel, Donnie Yen, Kris Wu, Ruby Rose, Tony Jaa, Nina Dobrev, and Toni Collette.
The fourth season may be shot in France.
"The White Lotus," produced, written, and directed by Mike White, premiered on July 11, 2021. This black comedy-drama anthology series was well-received. The first season was filmed in Hawaii, followed by the second season in Sicily, and the third season in Thailand. Now, the upcoming fourth season is reported to be filmed in France.
Deepika will be seen in 'King' with Shah Rukh Khan.
On the work front, Deepika was last seen in the 2024 film 'Singham Again'. However, last year, Deepika made headlines for her statement about working 8-hour shifts.
Reports of her withdrawal from films like the sequel to 'Kalki 2898 AD' and 'Spirit' also made headlines due to this condition. Deepika will now be seen in 'King' with Shah Rukh Khan.
This film is scheduled to release in theaters on December 24th, coinciding with Christmas this year. She also has a film starring Allu Arjun, directed by Atlee, in the pipeline. The title of this large-scale film has not yet been finalized.