Director Nag Ashwin’s ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ is a sci-fi dystopian film inspired by Hindu mythology. At a press conference, the filmmaker explained why he chose the title ‘Kalki 2898 AD’. He mentioned, “Our film starts in Mahabharat and ends in 2898,” indicating a narrative that spans from ancient times to a distant future. This title reflects the film’s blend of mythological and futuristic elements, symbolizing a journey through time and the evolution of human civilization.
In ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, the narrative revolves around a modern-day avatar of Vishnu, a Hindu god. According to Hindu mythology, Vishnu is believed to descend to Earth in various forms to protect the world from evil forces. The film explores this theme by presenting a futuristic interpretation of the myth, where Vishnu’s avatar emerges in the year 2898 to combat the dystopian challenges of that era.
Year: 2024
Country: India
Release date:Â June 27, 2024
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama
Budget:Â 6Â billion INR
Music composed by:Â Santhosh Narayanan
Producers: Priyanka Dutt, C. Aswani Dutt, Swapna Dutt
Director: Nag Ashwin
Cast: Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, Dulquer Salmaan
