Priyanka Chopra’s upcoming Hollywood thriller Reset has faced a major setback after Orlando Bloom exits Reset just days before filming was expected to begin. Bloom was set to star opposite Chopra and also serve as an executive producer. His reason for leaving the project has not been revealed.
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The sudden exit has left the makers searching for a replacement. According to a report by TMZ, the production team is already considering three actors for the role. Chopra is also expected to have a say in the final casting decision.
What Is Priyanka Chopra’s Reset About?
Reset is a survival thriller written by Jordan Rawlins. The story follows a woman who wakes up deep in the wilderness with no memory of how she got there.
She is confused, alone and unsure about what happened to her. Soon, she meets a mysterious man who becomes her only possible source of help.
However, she cannot fully trust him. His real intentions remain unclear as the story develops. Orlando Bloom had been chosen to play this mysterious character before his departure.
The unusual survival story was expected to bring Chopra and Bloom together in a tense and layered thriller.
Why Is Orlando Bloom’s Exit A Setback?
Bloom’s departure comes at an important stage for the indie project. The production is now looking for another actor to take over his role.
The casting change could also affect the film’s international distribution plans. Bloom’s global recognition, along with Chopra’s international profile, was reportedly an important part of the project’s strategy.
This means finding the right replacement could be crucial for the film.The makers are reportedly considering three actors. Chopra is expected to weigh in before the final decision is made.
What Did The Director Say About The Pair?
Director Matt Smukler had previously explained why he wanted Chopra and Bloom together.
Speaking to Deadline earlier this year, Smukler said he wanted actors who could create a natural mix of tension and desire. He believed Chopra and Bloom could deliver that complicated dynamic.
With Bloom now out, the filmmakers will need to find another actor who can create a similar connection with Chopra.
For now, the future of Reset remains uncertain as the team works on its next casting decision. Orlando Bloom exits Reset at a critical moment, but the project is still moving forward with plans to find a new male lead.
What’s Next For Priyanka Chopra?
Despite the setback surrounding Reset, Chopra has several major projects ahead.She will appear in Nicholas Stoller’s upcoming comedy Judgment Day alongside Will Ferrell, Zac Efron and Regina Hall.
In India, Chopra is set to play painter Amrita Sher-Gil in Mira Nair’s biographical drama Amri. She will also star in SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi alongside Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Her recent Hollywood work includes Love Again, Citadel, Heads of State and The Bluff.For now, fans will have to wait and see who replaces Bloom and whether the casting change affects Reset’s production plans.
