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Amid pregnancy, Deepika Padukone’s action scenes in Raaka to be filmed with body double
Updated On: 28 April, 2026 03:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Deepika Padukone will have a body double perform action scenes in Raaka amid her pregnancy. While safety measures are in place, her role remains unchanged, with the actor continuing to shoot key dramatic portions alongside Allu Arjun

Deepika Padukone in Raaka
Deepika Padukone is continuing to balance her professional commitments even as she navigates her pregnancy, with new reports revealing how her upcoming film Raaka is adapting its shoot schedule. Directed by Atlee and co-starring Allu Arjun, the high-octane action entertainer has been generating significant buzz, especially around Padukone’s role.
Deepika Padukone to use body double
According to reports, the makers have decided to use a body double for the film’s physically demanding action sequences to ensure the actor’s safety during pregnancy. The decision comes as part of a carefully planned approach to maintain the film’s scale without compromising her well-being. Sources indicate that while the intense stunt portions will be executed by a double, Padukone will continue to shoot all crucial dramatic and performance-driven scenes herself.
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