New Delhi: Prabhas, the undisputed action king, has once again proven his mettle with the release of “Salaar.” But it’s his next venture that has fans buzzing with excitement: the science-fiction dystopian film “Kalki 2898 AD,” helmed by visionary director Nag Ashwin. Sharing the screen with Prabhas are South Indian icon Kamal Haasan, Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, and the ethereal Deepika Padukone. The film hits theaters, and early reviews are pouring in unanimously positive.
A Cosmic Battle for Salvation
Directed by Nag Ashwin, “Kalki 2898 AD” weaves a gripping tale around a modern incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who descends to Earth to thwart malevolent forces threatening humanity. The film’s first screening in American theaters left fans exhilarated, their applause echoing through the halls. Prabhas’s performance is riveting, but it’s not just him the entire ensemble, including Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan, delivers stellar acting.
A Reviewer’s Verdict
An international film journalist, writing for X, raved about “Kalki 2898 AD”: “Outstanding! As a viewer, I was treated to a sci-fi experience reminiscent of ‘Blade Runner’ and ‘Mad Max.’ The epic showdown between Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan left me breathless, while Deepika and Disha’s beauty was otherworldly.”
Behind the Scenes
“Nag Ashwin’s ‘Kalki 2898 AD'” marks the director’s third outing after the critically acclaimed “Yevade Subramanyam” and the biographical drama “Mahanati.” Prabhas dons the role of Bhairava, a relentless bounty hunter, while Keerthy Suresh lends her voice to Bujji, his AI droid sidekick (stylized as BU-JZ-1). With its grand scale and visionary storytelling, “Kalki 2898 AD” stakes its claim as the biggest Indian film of the year.
