Amidst the eager anticipation of cinephiles, the forthcoming science fiction opus “Kalki 2898 AD,” directed by Nag Ashwin, has stirred profound excitement. Set to grace the screens on June 27th of the current annum, this cinematic venture has ensnared the fantasies of aficionados, tantalizing them with its vision of tomorrow.
During a promotional affair held in Hyderabad, the architects of this cinematic marvel unveiled “Bujji,” the vehicle of Prabhas’ character, Bhairava, granting a glimpse into the tapestry of the film’s universe. Adding fuel to the already blazing fire of anticipation, it has been disclosed that “Kalki 2898 AD” will be preceded by an animated prelude christened “Bujji and Bhairava,” slated to premiere on Amazon Prime Video starting May 31st. This serialized prologue aims to set the stage for the main event, providing enthusiasts with a foretaste of the grand odyssey that awaits.
The revelation was disseminated through social media channels, accompanied by a concise teaser hinting at a forthcoming revelation, stating, “The summer hiatus harbors one final revelation; Cordially, Bujji and Bhairava.”
Amidst the festivities leading up to the premiere, the artisans unveiled Bujji, a bespoke marvel crafted for Prabhas’ character, engineered by Mahindra and Jayem Motors in Coimbatore. Boasting an impressive mass of 6 tonnes and wielding a formidable 94 Kw of power, fortified by a 47 KwH battery, Bujji is poised to leave an indelible impression on the silver screen.
“Kalki 2898 AD” marks Nag Ashwin’s fourth foray into the realm of directorial prowess, representing his inaugural collaboration with Prabhas. Promising to be an exhilarating journey into the realms of speculative fiction, the film features a stellar ensemble cast comprising luminaries such as Kamal Haasan, Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Disha Patani, among others.
In a prior discourse, Ashwin elucidated that “Kalki 2898 AD” traverses the annals of time, spanning a staggering 6000 years, from 3102 BCE to 2898 AD, weaving a captivating narrative amidst the tapestry of historical events interwoven with mythological motifs. Spearheaded by C Aswani Dutt under the banner of Vyjayanthi Movies, the film showcases musical compositions by Santhosh Narayanan, cinematography by Djordje Stojiljkovic, and editing by Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao.