Director Atlee Praises AA22x26’s Deepika Padukone By Calling Her “Lucky Charm.” Awww

Atlee and Deepika Padukone are currently working together for the AA22xA6 project.

If there is one professional relationship that people are interested in, it’s none other than the dynamic between a film’s director and actor. Fans especially love it when the duo gets candid about their work experience and praise each other. Talking about the same, director Atlee made us smile when he shared some words of appreciation for the leading lady of his next project, AA22xA6, Deepika Padukone. Here’s what he said!

Director Atlee Praises Deepika Padukone

Before we dive in, it’s worth mentioning that Atlee and Deepika Padukone have previously worked together in Jawaan, which also starred Shah Rukh Khan. AA22xA6 marks the second time the actress and the filmmaker have reunited for a project. During his conversation with India Today, Atlee called Deepika his “lucky charm” and stated that this was the second time they were working together, adding that she was a wonderful person to work with. The filmmaker also called her “unbelievable” and said that after motherhood, the actress is starting this project and people are going to see a very different Deepika for sure.

For the unversed, the said film also stars Allu Arjun, so it will surely be interesting to see these two maga stars share the big screen for the first time!

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What’s Next For Her?

Apart from Atlee’s AA22xA6, Deepika Padukone will also be seen in King alongside Shah Rukh Khan. The film also reportedly stars Rani Mukerji, Suhana Khan, Abhay Verma and more. These two projects are among the most highly anticipated films that people across the nation are looking forward to seeing. We wish all the best to the actress for the same!

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First Published: January 28, 2026 1:06 PM