Shruti Haasan Exits Dacoit, Truth Finally Revealed by Adivi Sesh

In a space where casting changes often spark a frenzy of gossip, Shruti Haasan’s quiet exit from Dacoit raised plenty of eyebrows, and even more speculation. But after weeks of whispers and industry talk, actor Adivi Sesh has stepped forward to set the record straight. Speaking openly about Shruti’s departure, Sesh revealed that it wasn’t drama or creative differences, just scheduling issues. “She was already locked in with Coolie and couldn’t give us the dates we needed,” he said. Just like that, the rumors of tension are off the table.

Dacoit, directed by Shaneil Deo, is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated action thrillers in Sesh’s filmography. Initially, the idea of seeing Shruti Haasan and Adivi Sesh together onscreen had fans intrigued. The buzz only grew when Shruti began shooting. But her abrupt withdrawal gave way to all sorts of behind-the-scenes theories. Some said there were clashes on set. Others hinted at disagreements with the direction of the film. Sesh’s recent statement has shut that all down with one clear reason, clashing schedules.

The replacement? Mrunal Thakur. Fresh off strong performances in Telugu cinema, she’s now paired opposite Adivi Sesh. It’s a fresh combination that seems to be gaining traction quickly. With her stepping into Shruti’s shoes, curiosity has shifted toward how their chemistry will play out on screen. The project hasn’t lost steam, if anything, the reshuffling has only added more intrigue.

Dacoit continues its shoot with action-heavy sequences and a tight storyline at its core. For a film that began with casting buzz and went through a quiet shuffle, it’s now back on track and prepping for release. In the end, Shruti’s exit didn’t derail anything, but it did remind everyone how much speculation fills the gaps in Tollywood.