New Delhi, June 7 -- Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone continues to make headlines on the work front. On Saturday, she surprised fans by announcing her next film, for which she will be collaborating with actor Allu Arjun. The project, tentatively titled AA22xA6, is helmed by Atlee who previously worked with Deepika on Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan.

Touted to be a sci-fi, action entertainer, the film will see Deepika in her action mode.

The makers unveiled a special video welcoming Deepika Padukone on board. It features her discussing the script with Atlee before heading to the set to begin her preparations for the film. Sharing the video, the makers wrote in the caption: "The Queen marches to conquer! Welcome onboard @deepikapadukone #TheFacesO...