Kalki 2898 AD Trailer Today
The highly anticipated film Kalki 2898 AD, starring Prabhas and Deepika Padukone, is set to make its big-screen debut on June 27, 2024, in multiple languages. Directed by Nag Ashwin, this mytho-sci-fi movie also features Amitabh Bachchan in a significant role.
The filmmakers have taken to social media to announce that the theatrical trailer will be released online at 7 PM today, an hour after its theatrical screening for the public across India. Expectations are sky-high for the 2-minute and 30-second trailer, and fans are eager to see what it has in store.
Prabhas is Kalki
The star-studded cast also includes Kamal Haasan, Disha Patani, Mrunal Thakur, Rajendra Prasad, Pasupathy, Brahmanandam, and others in significant roles. Backed by Vyjayanthi Movies, this high-VFX project features soundtracks composed by Santhosh Narayanan. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the grand release.
“There is no way Kalki is not played by Prabhas. I mean the entire movie is about Kalki, even the title so if they are trying to mount this film on such a big scale and make Prabhas-THE STAR, anyone but Kalki, I don’t see how the story will have him as the main character,” the Redditor wrote. Kalki is the 10th avatar of Lord Vishnu who arrival in imminent, as per Hindu mythology.
The film is due a worldwide theatrical release on June 27 in the Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and English languages.
The wait is finally over! After numerous posters, teasers and delays, the makers of finally released the film’s trailer on Monday. Directed by Nag Ashwin, this post-apocalyptic film is inspired by Hindu scriptures and set in the year 2898 AD. The movie stars Prabhas as Bhairava, an avatar of the Hindu god Vishnu, with Amitabh Bachchan portraying the immortal Ashwatthama. The cast also includes Deepika Padukone, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani in significant roles.
The 183-second trailer more than makes up for the delays and lack of promo materials so far, introducing us to the unique world of Bhairava. It starts with children learning about Kaashi, the first city in the new world. As the trailer progresses, it reveals the ongoing power struggle and the consistent oppression of the underprivileged.
However, it also heralds the return of a power that has existed for 6,000 years. Enter Bhairava, who has “never lost a fight to date”. This battle, however, won’t be easy for him, as the trailer concludes with a glimpse of the formidable evil (Kamal) he must face. “Fret not, a new era is arriving,” the devil says, setting the stage for the ultimate battle.
In a recent interview, director Nag Ashwin discussed approach to religion, particularly in the current polarized climate, and explained why he is not worried about this aspect. Speaking to Deadline, Ashwin mentioned that the film “does not involve any characters actively worshipped by large numbers of Hindus”. He also stressed that the movie’s narrative should be interpreted subjectively rather than strictly through a religious lens. “Of course, if you tell it in the Indian context there will be a bit of devotion and emotion, but I feel any story can be dealt with subjectively without bringing a religious connotation,” he said.
With an estimated budget of $75 million, is set to be one of India’s most ambitious and expensive productions. The film aims for a global release similar to the success of SS Rajamouli’s RRR in 2022. Prabhas ended his streak of flops with his last film Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, which grossed over Rs 700 crore worldwide. The actor is looking to continue his comeback with Kalki 2898 AD after a series of unsuccessful films.
Originally scheduled for release on May 9, faced delays and will now premiere globally on June 27.