Will Prabhas’ Kalki 2898 AD dethrone Jawan? Just Rs 45 crore away!

Prabhas’ mythological sci-fi blockbuster, “Kalki 2898 AD,” is on the verge of surpassing Shah Rukh Khan’s “Jawan” in box office earnings, needing just Rs 45 crore more to set a new record.

Released on June 27, “Kalki 2898 AD” has captivated audiences with its unique blend of mythological and post-apocalyptic themes, rapidly amassing over Rs 1000 crore in just 15 days. By the 21st day, the film continued its strong performance, adding another Rs 6 crore to its total. According to data from Sacnilk, this places “Kalki 2898 AD” among the top five highest-grossing films in India, alongside notable titles like “Baahubali,” “KGF,” “RRR,” and “Jawan.”

The film has notably revived cinema-going in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, with box office earnings in these regions alone exceeding Rs 500 crore. “Kalki 2898 AD” portrays the story of Kalki, the prophesied 10th avatar of Lord Vishnu, set in a future dystopian era.

“Kalki 2898 AD” nears a box office milestone, poised to break records with just Rs 45 crore more

The star-studded cast features Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Deepika Padukone in pivotal roles, with additional performances by Shobana, Pasupathy, Anna Ben, Vijay Devarakonda, Dulquer Salmaan, Mrunal Thakur, Ram Gopal Varma, Brahmanandam, and SS Rajamouli in extended cameos. The film’s soundtrack, crafted by Santhosh Narayanan, further enhances its epic narrative.

“Kalki 2898 AD” is not just a standalone success but also the inaugural entry into the newly announced Kalki Cinematic Universe. The anticipation for the sequel is already high, with 25 days of shooting completed and pre-production for the second part underway. The film’s distribution has been strategically segmented, with Amazon Prime Video handling the Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam versions, while Netflix streams the Hindi adaptation. Both platforms offer English subtitles to cater to a global audience.

The financial and critical success of “Kalki 2898 AD” reflects the growing global appetite for Indian cinema that skillfully blends traditional themes with modern cinematic technology. This trend not only underscores the film industry’s resilience but also its potential to influence global film narratives.