Nag Ashwin's futuristic saga 'Kalki 2898 AD' made a stunning debut in Indian cinemas, starring top actors such as Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani. While it garnered significant attention on its opening day, the box office saw a dip on day two with collections of Rs. 54 crore. However, anticipation remains high for a weekend recovery.
Nag Ashwin's futuristic sci-fi masterpiece, 'Kalki 2898 AD,' made an impressive debut in Indian cinema, boasting one of the highest openings to date. Featuring a stellar ensemble including Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani, the film generated immense excitement. However, the box office figures saw a decline on its second day, indicating a minor setback in its journey forward.
According to a Sacnilk report, 'Kalki 2898 AD' earned Rs. 54 crore in India on its second day, a significant drop from its impressive Rs. 95 crore opening day collection, marking a decline of over 43%. The Telugu version particularly stood out with a 65.02% occupancy rate on Friday, June 28, 2024, followed by Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam versions.
The film's initial enthusiasm appeared to taper off on a regular weekday, but expectations are high for a weekend recovery that could boost box office numbers. With a reported budget of approximately Rs. 600 crore, 'Kalki 2898 AD' ranks among the most expensive films in Indian cinema history and is anticipated to yield substantial revenue in the days ahead.
In 'Kalki 2898 AD,' Prabhas and Deepika play the lead roles of Bhairava and Sumati respectively, while Amitabh Bachchan portrays The Immortal Ashwatthama and Kamal Haasan takes on the role of the main antagonist, Yaskin.
In a dystopian future, 'Kalki 2898 AD' paints a bleak world under the grip of malevolent forces. Prabhas stars as Bhairava, a daring bounty hunter on a mission to reach the Complex. Deepika Padukone embodies Sumati, a pivotal figure as the expectant mother of the unborn child foretold to be the tenth reincarnation of Lord Vishnu. Prophesied to liberate humanity from the depths of Kalyug, Sumati's child holds the key to the people's salvation.
Amitabh Bachchan's character, Ashwatthama, pledges to safeguard the unborn child, destined to be the liberator. Meanwhile, Kamal Haasan's Yaskin, also known as the "Supreme," strives to eliminate the child to maintain his dominion. Disha Patani portrays another skilled bounty hunter in the epic narrative.
The saga is set to continue, with the creators leaving an opening for a sequel.
