Theatrical. Initially aimed for a 2022 release and then scheduled to January 2024,
it was delayed to 9 May 2024 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and production work.
It got postponed again from 9 May 2024 to 27 June 2024 owing to
the 2024 Indian general election.
“Kalki 2898 AD” is an upcoming dystopian science fiction movie written and directed
by Nag Ashwin The movie is set to be released on June 27, 2024
The movie features Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani
The ensemble cast of “Kalki 2898 AD” includes
- Prabhas as Bhairava, a bounty hunter
- Amitabh Bachchan as Ashwatthama
- Kamal Haasan as Supreme Yaskin
- Deepika Padukone as Sumathi
- Disha Patani as Roxie
- Rajendra Prasad as Commander Manas
- Saswata Chatterjee as Rajan, Bhairava’s landlord
- Brahmanandam as Veeran, a rebel from Shambhala
- Pasupathy as Mariam
- Anna Ben as Kyra, Veeran’s associate and a rebel from Shambhala
The history of Amitabh Bachan’s character Aswathama shown in this film is as follows
Here are some key points about Ashwatthama’s history ¹ ²:
- Ashwatthama, the son of Dronacharya and Kripi, was a major character in the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata.
- He fought on the side of the Kauravas in the Kurukshetra War.
- Ashwatthama has knowledge of various divine weapons like the Narayanastra, Brahmastra and Brahmashirastra.
- He was cursed by Krishna with immortality for his attempt to kill Uttarā’ unborn child.
- Ashwatthama is considered an avatar of Shiva and is one of the seven Chiranjivi or immortal living beings in Hinduism.
- A theory suggests that the Pallava dynasty descended from Ashwatthama and his union with a Naga princess.
- A shrine for Ashwatthama is located in the famous Ananthapadmanabhaswamy temple of Thiruvanthapuram.
in key roles The movie’s plot is based on Hindu eschatology and is set in a post-apocalyptic world .
Today episode 2 of Kalki 2898 Ad came in which Nag Aswini has talked about 3 eras in which one era of Mahabharata time will be shown, second world will be shown in which the developing world will be shown and one world will be such where both
It can be estimated that it will be seen together
“Kalki 2898 AD” seems to be an exciting and ambitious project, judging from the trailer and reviews. The film boasts an impressive cast, including Amitabh Bachchan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Kamal Haasan, and promises a visually stunning and immersive cinematic experience. The story, set in a dystopian future, explores themes of good vs. evil and the battle for humanity’s survival.
The film’s director, Nag Ashwin, has expressed his vision for creating a unique and groundbreaking sci-fi epic that pushes the boundaries of Indian cinema. The movie has already generated significant buzz and anticipation among fans and critics alike, with its trailer receiving widespread acclaim.
While I haven’t seen the movie yet, the hype surrounding it is palpable, and I’m excited to see how it turns out. The combination of talented actors, impressive visuals, and an intriguing storyline makes “Kalki 2898 AD” a promising and much-awaited release.
