There have been speculations that Deepika Padukone is in talks to play Romie Dev, wife of Kapil Dev in 83 which is based on the life story of Indian veteran cricketer Kapil Dev. Ranveer Singh is reprising the role of Kapil Dev in 83 and the shoot began recently. Keeping an end to all the speculations, the makers made it official that Deepika is playing Romie in the film.
Kabir Khan along with Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone posed for a picture which is released along with the official announcement. Reliance Entertainments along with Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainments and KA Productions are the producers. The film is announced for April 10th, 2020 release and the episodes featuring Deepika Padukone will be canned in London. Jiiva, Pankaj Tripathi and Ammy Virk will be seen in other crucial roles.