Megastar Amitabh Bachchan and actor Prabhas’s latest film, “Kalki 2898 AD,” has had an impressive opening at the box office. According to the makers, the film grossed ₹191.5 crore worldwide on its opening day across all languages.
Directed by Nag Ashwin, this post-apocalyptic film is inspired by Hindu scriptures and is set in the year 2898 AD. The movie also features Deepika Padukone, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani in significant roles.
In anticipation of the film’s release on June 27, a grand event was organized in Mumbai. Kamal Haasan attended the pre-release event and spoke about his character and his reaction when director Nag Ashwin approached him with the concept.
Speaking about Nag Ashwin, Haasan said, “He is a man of few words but has a great idea and knows how to present it. I don’t underestimate these ordinary-looking guys. They have a depth to them that does not show unless you talk to them. Great ideas translate better when you present them in the right way and Nagi knew how to do it.”
Haasan further added, “I always wanted to play a bad man because the bad man gets to do all the good things and have fun. Where the heroes are singing romantic songs and waiting for the heroine, he (bad guy) can just go ahead and do what he wants. I thought I was going to play the bad man so it’s going to be fun. But then, he (Ashwin) wanted it to be different. I’m almost like a sage in the film with a bad idea.”
The film also features cameo appearances by actors Vijay Deverakonda, Dulquer Salmaan, and Mrunal Thakur.
“Kalki 2898 AD” has captivated audiences with its unique storyline and star-studded cast, making a significant mark at the box office on its first day.