Kalki 2898 AD is an upcoming Indian epic science
The first trailer has been unveiled for Kalki 2898 AD, the Indian sci-fi epic starring Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani. The film, which is directed by Nag Ashwin and backed by Vyjayanthi Movies, was teased at the San Diego Comic-Con last year. While a budget for the film has not been revealed, Variety understands that it is in the region of $72 million, which will make it one of the most expensive Indian films of all time.
In Hindu mythology, Kalki is the 10th and final incarnation of the god Vishnu who appears in order to end the Kali Yuga, the darkest period in mankind’s history.
The film is due a worldwide theatrical release on June 27 in the Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and English languages.
Kalki 2898 AD is an upcoming Indian epic science fiction action film written and directed by Nag Ashwin. Produced by C. Aswani Dutt under Vyjayanthi Movies, it was shot primarily in Telugu with some scenes reshot in Hindi. Inspired by Hindu scriptures, the film is set in a post-apocalyptic world, in the year 2898 AD. It is the first motion picture instalment of the planned Kalki Cinematic Universe. The film stars Prabhas in the titular role alongside Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani.
First announced in February 2020, Kalki's production faced a year's delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Filming finally began in July 2021 at a futuristic set at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad, and continued sporadically in several legs over the next three years before wrapping in March 2024. Made on a ₹600 crore (US$72 million) production budget, Kalki is the most expensive Indian film. Its music is scored by Santhosh Narayanan, with cinematography by Djordje Stojiljkovic, production design by Nitin Zihani Choudhary and editing by Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao.
Kalki 2898 AD was initially scheduled to release on 9 May 2024, but was postponed due to the 2024 Indian general election. It is now scheduled to release worldwide on 27 June 2024 in theatres.
Premise
Set against the backdrop of Indian mythology and a dystopian society in the city of Kasi (Varanasi), the film chronicles a journey spanning millennia, from the events of the Mahabharata in the year of 3102 BC (the beginning of Kali Yuga) to 2898 AD. The core of the narrative revolves around the enigmatic figure of Kalki, the tenth and final avatar of the Hindu deity Vishnu.
As the eagerly awaited theatrical trailer of Kalki 2898 AD prepares to hit the digital screens, anticipation surges. The movie’s lead is the pan-Indian star Prabhas, and Nag Ashwin is the director.
Amidst the anticipation, a compelling buzz emerges: reports suggest Bengali actor Saswata Chatterjee assumes the role of the film’s antagonist. While initial speculation pointed to Kamal Haasan as the villain, he clarified his cameo appearance.
Adding weight to the speculation, Chatterjee recently began following the film’s director and official Instagram profile. Fans eagerly await confirmation.
Starring Deepika Padukone as the female lead, alongside Amitabh Bachchan, Disha Patani, Mrunal Thakur, Rajendra Prasad, Pasupathy, and others in pivotal roles, Kalki 2898 AD is backed by Vyjayanthi Movies. Complemented by Santhosh Narayanan’s musical prowess, the film will grace cinemas in 2D and IMAX formats on June 27, 2024.