Kalki 2898 AD is a visually impressive science-fiction movie directed by Nag Ashwin. It stars Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone and is set in a dark future. The film mixes mythology with advanced technology. With a budget of ₹500 crore, it's one of the most expensive Indian films ever, showing its grand ambitions.
The film has created a lot of excitement due to its large scale and futuristic story. It has been released in several languages: Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, reaching audiences around the world. Its visual effects and big production have been compared to major Hollywood films.
| Movie Title | Kalki 2898 AD |
| Genre | Science Fiction, Mythology |
| Director | Nag Ashwin |
| Main Cast | Prabhas, Amitabh and Deepika |
| Release Date | January 12, 2024 |
| Budget | ₹500 crore |
| IMDb Rating | 7.8/10 (tentative) |
| Languages Available | Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, etc |
| Production | Vyjayanthi Movies |
| OTT | Prime Video |
Kalki 2898 AD has received mixed reviews. On the positive side, many people liked the film's stunning visuals and called it a masterpiece for its special effects and world-building. The movie's scale is compared to top Hollywood films. According to Pratidin Time, the amazing visuals and strong performances from Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan were highlights.
On the downside, the story has been criticized. While the second half builds up to an exciting ending, the first half felt confusing to many viewers. Some critics found the story complicated, with one review saying it was a complete mess and had issues with direction and pacing. Despite this, sites like Filmy Focus praised the film’s ambition.
Cast Details
- Prabhas as Bhairava / Karna
- Amitabh Bachchan as Ashwatthama
- Deepika Padukone as SUM 80
- Kamal Haasan as Supreme Yaskin
- Disha Patani as Roxie
- Brahmanandam as Rajan
- Rajendra Prasad as Rumi
Storyline
Kalki 2898 AD is set in a world after a disaster. It tells a story that mixes mythology and futuristic ideas. The plot covers thousands of years, with people waiting for help as the world suffers from problems like infertility and environmental collapse. The main character, Bhairava, faces this grim reality and meets Ashwatthama, a warrior cursed to wander the earth for 6,000 years.
The film explores themes of karma, destiny, and the battle between good and evil, featuring exciting action scenes and a grand setting. While the story is ambitious, it has been criticized for being a bit confusing, leaving some questions unanswered, especially in the first half.
Theatrical Collection
On its first day, it earned about ₹180 crore worldwide. In India, it made around ₹95 crore, with ₹64.5 crore from Telugu screenings. It also made about ₹65 crore from international markets.
Even with mixed reviews, the movie's box office success shows it is popular, especially in places where science fiction films are rare. Analysts expect it to keep doing well, but the mixed reviews might affect its long-term earnings.
Currently, Kalki 2898 AD is now streaming on Prime Video and Netflix after its theater run. You can check more Tamil cinema contents and updates on Tamilyogi at the earliest.