New Delhi, Jan 20 (UNI) The cast of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's period drama 'Padmaavat', Shahid Kapoor, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, have thanked superstar Akshay Kumar for shifting his film 'Padman' to February 9, paving way for their film being a solo release on January 25.

All the three actors took to social media to express their thanks to Akshay.

Thanking Akshay, Actress Deepika Padukone who is playing the title role in the film, said, 'Only from the heart can you touch the sky – Rumi. On behalf of team Padmaavat, a big, big thank you to the team Padman for your support and generosity!”

Shahid Kapoor, who also plays a key role in the movie tweeted, 'Thank you, Akshay Kumar, for being ever so gracious. Can’t wait to see Padman. Much love and luck.'

Thanking Akshay, Ranveer Singh, who essays the role of Allauddin Khilji, tweeted, “Big man with a big heart! Akshay Kumar, grateful to you sir, much love and respect.”

The film features Deepika as Rani Padmavati along with Shahid Kapoor playing Maharawal Ratan Singh and Ranveer Singh as Sultan Alauddin Khilji.

On Friday evening, Akshay announced the rescheduling of release date of his film. Respecting his gesture, Bhansali said, 'I will be grateful to Akshay for a lifetime.'

'Padmaavat' is releasing on January 25.

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