Kalki 2898 AD Karnataka Box Office Collection: Prabhas' Film Enters Prestigious ₹50 Crore Club

Kalki 2898 AD Box Office Collection: "Kalki 2898 AD," a Telugu epic science fiction film directed by Nag Ashwin and produced by Vyjayanthi Movies, boasts an esteemed ensemble cast featuring Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani. Drawing inspiration from Hindu scriptures, the film marks the inception of the Kalki Cinematic Universe. Premiered in theatres on June 27, 2024, it transports viewers to a dystopian future set in 2898 AD, focusing on a daring mission to protect Kalki, the unborn child of lab subject SUM-80, amidst a post-apocalyptic world.

Kalki 2898 AD, Karnataka Box Office Collection Update

In a remarkable achievement for the Telugu sci-fi epic "Kalki 2898 AD," the film has surged into Karnataka's prestigious 50 crore club within just 10 days of its release, as reported by Karnataka Talkies. This marks Prabhas' third film to achieve this milestone, placing him on par with top stars Yash and Rakshith Shetty in the region. By the end of its 11th day, the film's gross in Karnataka soared to an impressive ₹58.65 Cr, bolstered by a sensational ₹5 Cr+ collection on its second Sunday alone. With this feat, "Kalki 2898 AD" has not only achieved break-even in Karnataka but has also been declared a clean hit for Prabhas, firmly establishing its position in the profit zone.

Kalki 2898 AD Premise

In the year 2898 AD, Kasi, a desert city, stands as the final bastion of humanity, governed by Supreme Yaskin from the formidable "Complex." Amidst societal decay and Yaskin's oppressive rule, rebels like Raia rise up to challenge his authority. When Raia crosses paths with Ashwatthama, an ancient immortal seeking redemption, they unite to safeguard Sumathi, believed to be carrying Kalki, a prophesied savior. Pursued by the relentless bounty hunter Bhairava and navigating constant peril, they seek refuge in Shambhala, only to face betrayal and confront Yaskin, who seeks to exploit Kalki's potential for personal gain.

Kalki 2898 AD Cast

The ensemble cast of "Kalki 2898 AD" includes Amitabh Bachchan in the role of Ashwatthama, burdened with immortality from his actions in the Mahabharata. Kamal Haasan portrays Supreme Yaskin, the imposing leader of the complex. Prabhas takes on dual roles as Bhairava, a skilled bounty hunter, and Karna, a legendary warrior. Deepika Padukone embodies SUM-80, also known as Sumathi, believed to be the mother of Kalki, alongside Disha Patani as Roxie. Saswata Chatterjee appears as Commander Manas, Brahmanandam as Rajan, Rajendra Prasad as Rumi, Shobhana as Mariam, Pasupathy as Veeran, Anna Ben as Kyra, Harshith Reddy as Luke, Kavya Ramachandran as Lilly, and Keerthy Suresh as BU-JZ-1 (Bujji), with special appearances by Krishnakumar as Lord Krishna, Vijay Deverakonda as Arjuna, Dulquer Salmaan as Captain, Malvika Nair as Uttarā, and Mrunal Thakur as Divya, among others.

Kalki 2898 AD Crew

Nag Ashwin directed 'Kalki 2898 AD,' with screenplay credits shared among Nag Ashwin, Rutham Samar, Sai Madhav Burra, and B. S. Sarawagna Kumar. It was produced by C. Aswani Dutt, Swapna Dutt, and Priyanka Dutt for Vyjayanthi Movies. Djordje Stojiljkovic captured stunning visuals as the cinematographer, while Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao skillfully edited the narrative. Santhosh Narayanan's musical score enriched the production. The film was distributed by Annapurna Studios, Wayfarer Films, Sri Lakshmi Films, and KVN Productions, promising an immersive cinematic experience designed to captivate global audiences.