# Raaka Schedule Planned Around Deepika Padukone’s Maternity Break 2026-08-06T15:45:33+00:00 | Entertainment | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Deepika Padukone is expected to complete Raaka’s first shooting schedule before beginning maternity leave in September, according to a Mid-Day report cited by ABP Live. She may return around her birthday in January 2027 to film pending scenes and handle promotional work. The production is planned to continue with the remaining cast during her absence. Directed by Atlee, Raaka stars Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone, alongside Rashmika Mandanna, Janhvi Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur. The film is being developed as a two-part franchise, with both instalments currently expected to release in 2027. Deepika announced her second pregnancy in April this year. ## Coverage - news.abplive.com Tags: Allu Arjun, Atlee, Bollywood, Deepika Padukone, Raaka Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/raaka-schedule-planned-around-deepika-padukones-maternity-break/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/raaka-schedule-planned-around-deepika-padukones-maternity-break/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.