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Sidharth-Kiara's Baby Arrival Sparks Casting Shakeup for Shakti Shalini Film
19 Oct
Summary
- Shakti Shalini film to introduce next series installment
- Aneet Padda replaces Kiara Advani as lead
- Varun Dhawan, Aparshakti Khurrana in extended roles
- Samantha Ruth Prabhu originally cast but stepped out
As of 2025-10-19T02:14:55+00:00, the entertainment world is abuzz with news about the upcoming Shakti Shalini film. This new installment is set to introduce the next chapter in the series, and it comes with some significant casting changes.
Notably, Aneet Padda of Saiyaara fame has been tapped to lead the film, replacing Kiara Advani. Advani, who recently welcomed a child with Sidharth Malhotra, has stepped away from the project. Padda's casting is seen as an exciting development, as she brings a fresh perspective to the role.
The film also features some intriguing extended cameos. Varun Dhawan is set to appear as Bhediya, further expanding the horror-comedy universe. Additionally, Aparshakti Khurrana is tied to the project, adding to the anticipation.
Interestingly, Samantha Ruth Prabhu was originally cast in the film, but due to her health condition, she had to withdraw. Rashmika Mandanna has now stepped into the role.
As the industry eagerly awaits the release of Shakti Shalini, these casting changes and creative decisions have certainly piqued the interest of fans and critics alike.
