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Kalki 2898 AD Movie Review: Is Prabhas-Deepika Padukone Starrer Worth Your Time?
Updated on: 27 June, 2024 11:52 AM IST |Shweta Shah
Kalki 2898 AD Review: Fans Call Prabhas Starrer India`s Avengers With Many Special Cameos
One of the most anticipated movies of this year, Kalki 2898 AD, has finally been released today, and the internet has been shaking and quaking with its reviews. While some call it a masterpiece, others label the Telugu film as India`s Avengers with many special cameos.
Headlined by Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan, the mythology sci-fi had kept fans waiting with bated breath. Kalki 2898 AD saw a theatrical release across the globe on June 27.
The film, which promises an epic sci-fi action drama with a mythological touch, has been directed by Nag Ashwin. It brings in yet another crossover between Bollywood actors and South superstars.
This Kalki 2898 AD movie review will tell you if the Prabhas-Deepika Padukone starrer is really worth your time and money. But before jumping on the reviews, let`s give a quick recap of the film`s plot.
Inspired by Hindu mythology, the saga Mahabharata`s character, Ashwatthama, which is essayed by Amitabh Bachchan, descends to Earth to battle formidable evil forces.
Also Read: Ahead Of Kalki 2898 AD Release, Amitabh Bachchan Reads Ramchartimanas
The story starts by showing Kashi, the last city standing on the planet, which is ruled by the god-king Supreme Yaskin (Kamal Haasan). The story spans a millennia, beginning with the events of the Mahabharata in 3102 BC, marking the start of Kali Yuga, and culminating in 2898 AD.
At its core, Kalki 2898 AD focuses on the arrival of Kalki, the enigmatic tenth and final avatar of Lord Vishnu, who steps on Earth to destroy everything evil.
Also Read: Deepika Padukone On Playing A Mother In Kalki 2898 AD: "Why Not Carry The Bump"
It also shows other phenomenal actors like Saswata Chatterjee, Disha Patani, Shobana, Anna Ben, Bhahmanandam, and Malvika Nair in prominent roles.
Kalki 2898 AD will surprise you with some surprising cameo appearances by stars like Rana Dagubatti, Mrunal Thakur, Vijay Deverakonda, Dulquer Salmaan, and S.S. Rajamouli.
Keerthy Suresh has lent her voice to Prabhas` automobile, Bujji. While Prabhas has limited screen time, he ensures to steal the show and how!
Will yet another pan-Indian film, which will be releasing on June 27 in five different languages, live up to expectations or wouldn`t be worth the hype?
While the first half was rather slow and sleepy, the second half made up for it by amplifying the high-octane action and intense drama. Some even called the second half a masterpiece.
After watching Kalki 2898 AD on Thursday, many fans took to social media and praised the characters, storyline, and captivating visuals, which are surprising for Indian cinema.
Here`s what Twitter users have to say:
1. The last 45 minutes will give you goosebumps
Have you seen Kalki 2898 AD yet?
Headlined by Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan, the mythology sci-fi had kept fans waiting with bated breath. Kalki 2898 AD saw a theatrical release across the globe on June 27.
The film, which promises an epic sci-fi action drama with a mythological touch, has been directed by Nag Ashwin. It brings in yet another crossover between Bollywood actors and South superstars.
This Kalki 2898 AD movie review will tell you if the Prabhas-Deepika Padukone starrer is really worth your time and money. But before jumping on the reviews, let`s give a quick recap of the film`s plot.
Kalki 2898 AD story
Sci-fi marries ancient Hindu mythological scriptures with contemporary action drama. The story of Kalki 2898 AD revolves around the post-apocalyptic saga, which is set in the dystopian future of 2898 AD.Inspired by Hindu mythology, the saga Mahabharata`s character, Ashwatthama, which is essayed by Amitabh Bachchan, descends to Earth to battle formidable evil forces.
Also Read: Ahead Of Kalki 2898 AD Release, Amitabh Bachchan Reads Ramchartimanas
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The story starts by showing Kashi, the last city standing on the planet, which is ruled by the god-king Supreme Yaskin (Kamal Haasan). The story spans a millennia, beginning with the events of the Mahabharata in 3102 BC, marking the start of Kali Yuga, and culminating in 2898 AD.
At its core, Kalki 2898 AD focuses on the arrival of Kalki, the enigmatic tenth and final avatar of Lord Vishnu, who steps on Earth to destroy everything evil.
Kalki 2898 AD cast
The Nag Ashwin directorial brings together a stellar ensemble of Bollywood actors and South superstars. The film is headlined by Amitabh Bachchan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Kamal Haasan.Also Read: Deepika Padukone On Playing A Mother In Kalki 2898 AD: "Why Not Carry The Bump"
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It also shows other phenomenal actors like Saswata Chatterjee, Disha Patani, Shobana, Anna Ben, Bhahmanandam, and Malvika Nair in prominent roles.
Kalki 2898 AD will surprise you with some surprising cameo appearances by stars like Rana Dagubatti, Mrunal Thakur, Vijay Deverakonda, Dulquer Salmaan, and S.S. Rajamouli.
Keerthy Suresh has lent her voice to Prabhas` automobile, Bujji. While Prabhas has limited screen time, he ensures to steal the show and how!
Kalki 2898 movie review
The movie created a huge buzz with its first look and trailer. With many big names coming from different film industries, Ashwin`s magnum opus effortlessly piqued the interest of fans and moviegoers.Will yet another pan-Indian film, which will be releasing on June 27 in five different languages, live up to expectations or wouldn`t be worth the hype?
While the first half was rather slow and sleepy, the second half made up for it by amplifying the high-octane action and intense drama. Some even called the second half a masterpiece.
After watching Kalki 2898 AD on Thursday, many fans took to social media and praised the characters, storyline, and captivating visuals, which are surprising for Indian cinema.
Here`s what Twitter users have to say:
1. The last 45 minutes will give you goosebumps
Second half issa Master piece
— Siva Harsha (@SivaHarsha_23) June 27, 2024
Last 45mins goosebumps asalaaa every moment #Prabhas Amitabh shake chesesaru performances tho
Last lo #KamalHaasan evil & voice peakssss
Salaam ra babu @nagashwin7 #Kalki2898AD #NagAshwin pic.twitter.com/JYxSyWxMBz
2. Visuals are worth the money.
Another X user wrote, "Visuals are worth your ticket price. And the climax is a bonus. The grand reveal of who Prabhas is (fire emoji). Amitabh, as Ashwatthama, nailed his role with perfection. Without music and slow-paced narration, this can work at the box office."#Kalki2898AD
— Anjan (@lone_melancholy) June 27, 2024
Visuals are worth your ticket price
And the climax is bonus
The Grand Reveal of who #Prabhas is
Amitabh as Ashwatthama nailed his role the perfection
Except Music & Slow paced Narration this can work at Box Office pic.twitter.com/6FhmjCZMqC
3. Visuals never seen before in Indian cinema
A user took to X (formerly known as Twitter) and wrote, "The visuals and set-up are something that has not been seen in Indian cinema, which is captivating along with an interesting storyline."#Kalki2898AD Perfect 1st Half
— Gayle 333 (@RajeshGayle117) June 26, 2024
The visuals and set up is something that has not been seen from Indian cinema which is captivating along with an interesting storyline. However, the screenplay is done in a mostly good way so far. #Prabhas has a fun character but limited screen time https://t.co/swtvMdC5bM
Have you seen Kalki 2898 AD yet?
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