Deepika Padukone not to be a part of The White Lotus 4 due to refusing to audition? Report

Deepika Padukone

Speculation around Deepika Padukone joining the upcoming season of The White Lotus has now come to an end. According to recent reports, the actor will not be part of Season 4 of the Emmy winning anthology drama, and the reason reportedly comes down to one key factor, auditions.

Here's why Deepika Padukone skipped The White Lotus 4

Buzz had been growing for weeks that Deepika was in talks for a role in the fourth season of the globally popular series, which is expected to be set in France. Fans were excited about the possibility of seeing her return to an international project, especially given the show's reputation for featuring a high profile ensemble cast. However, discussions are said to have stalled when it came to the casting process.

A source close to the development reportedly shared, "Auditions are a mandatory part of the casting process for The White Lotus. The makers were very keen on auditioning actors before signing them on. Deepika was not keen on auditioning, and that was the reason why the White Lotus opportunity had to be passed."

While it remains unclear how advanced the conversations were, the report suggests that the makers were firm about following their standard audition procedure, regardless of an actor's global stature. Deepika, who has established herself as one of India's leading stars, apparently chose not to go through the audition process, leading to the talks falling through.

All about her Hollywood work repertoire

This would have marked one of her biggest international projects since her Hollywood debut in xXx Return of Xander Cage in 2017. She was also previously rumoured to have been considered for an earlier season but did not come on board at the time.

At present, Deepika appears to be focusing on her packed Bollywood slate, including high profile projects that are expected to release in the coming years. While some fans have expressed disappointment over the missed opportunity, others have applauded her decision to prioritise choices that align with her career path and personal comfort.

For now, The White Lotus Season 4 will move ahead without Deepika, but her global journey is far from over.