Previously known as Project K, the movie ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ has surpassed ‘RRR’ as the most expensive Indian film ever made. Despite a lack of participation from American studios at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC), ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ made history as the first Indian movie to be presented at the event’s Hall H. The movie, directed by Nag Ashwin and featuring a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Kamal Hassan, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan, is an epic-scale sci-fi film. The trailer showcased massive battle sequences, intrigue, and a desert environment, leaving fans eager to learn more about the plot.
With a budget of approximately $75 million, ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ has become the biggest-budget movie in Indian cinema history. The title was unveiled during the SDCC panel, attracting attention and raising expectations for the film’s release. Previously, the record was held by ‘RRR,’ the 2022 sensation that not only won an Academy Award but was also named Polygon’s top movie of the year.
Indian audiences can expect ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ to hit theaters on January 12. While there is no confirmed US release date yet, the film will receive global distribution. With its grand scale and renowned cast, ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ has piqued the interest of movie enthusiasts worldwide.