Atlee clearly has a soft spot for Deepika Padukone—and he isn’t even trying to hide it.
The director, still riding high on the Jawan wave, recently called Deepika his “lucky charm,” and just like that, fans are buzzing again. What made the moment more interesting was his sly hint about her role in his next big project, AA22XA6. No details, no spoilers—just enough to set speculation on fire.
Deepika’s Jawan appearance may have been brief, but it hit hard. She brought emotional depth, quiet strength, and undeniable star power, proving once again that she doesn’t need prolonged screen time to leave a mark. Atlee seems to agree, which explains why he’s keen on bringing her back—this time in what he describes as a “new avatar.”
What does that mean? Knowing Atlee, it’s unlikely to be just another glamorous cameo. Whether it’s a fierce, action-driven role or a layered character with emotional weight, expectations are already sky-high. Pair that with Allu Arjun leading AA22XA6, and the project suddenly feels even bigger.
Atlee calling Deepika his lucky charm doesn’t sound like marketing fluff—it sounds like belief. And if this collaboration clicks the way Jawan did, audiences might be in for yet another scene-stealing moment from Deepika Padukone. For now, the mystery stays—but the excitement is very real.
