June 27, 2024: In the distant year 2898, where technology and mythology collide, “Kalki 2898 AD” emerges as a cinematic marvel. With visuals that rival Hollywood’s best and a narrative that defies conventions, this sci-fi epic invites audiences to step into a universe where gods walk among mortals and time itself is a malleable force.
“Kalki 2898 AD,” directed by Nag Ashwin, a journey that culminated in over 4 years, is the most anticipated movie of the year, with stellar cast opened in theatres today. The movie garnered mixed reviews and also ignited debates among cinephiles. As the dust settles after the first-day screenings, here we explore the film’s strengths and weaknesses through the eyes of audiences and their reactions.
Overall, it is a visual spectacle that brings to the fore the finesse of Indian cinema to the parallel of Hollywood films like Star Wars and other sci-fi films. The stellar cast led by Amitabh Bachchan, Prabhas, Kamal Haasan, and Deepika Padukone has lent the film directed by Nag Ashwin the much needed backing to his grandeur vision.
The makers of the Kalki 2898 AD urged everyone to respect the painstaking work, and on X said to watch the movie in theaters and also not to share minute by minute reviews.
Kalki 2898 AD : The Visual Extravaganza Crafted to Shine, with Big Stars of Indian Cinema
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The CGI is jaw-dropping. From futuristic cities to cosmic battles, the visual spectacle is unparalleled.
The attention to detail immerses viewers in a richly imagined universe.
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Some scenes suffer from overindulgence, distracting from the narrative.
A few VFX shots lack finesse, disrupting the otherwise seamless experience.
Prabhas: The Savior or Stumbling Block?
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Prabhas’s entry scene is goosebump-inducing.
His chemistry with Deepika Padukone adds depth to the film.
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Prabhas’s character lacks consistent development.
His dialogue delivery occasionally feels forced.
Amitabh Bachchan: Sage or Sleepwalking?
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Bachchan’s gravitas elevates the film.
His enigmatic presence adds layers to the storyline.
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Some viewers found his dialogues cryptic and hard to follow.
His role could have been more integral to the plot.
Deepika Padukone: The Intellectual Anchor
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Deepika shines as Dr. Meera, the quantum physicist.
Her scientific explanations ground the fantastical elements.
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Her character’s romantic subplot feels contrived.
More screen time for Deepika would have been welcome.
Audience Reactions: A Mixed Bag
Positive: Fans cheered during epic battles and Prabhas’s heroic moments.
Negative: Some felt lost in the complex mythology and wished for clearer exposition.
Neutral: A portion of the audience appreciated the ambition but found the execution uneven.
Filmykeema Review: It is a great effort by the filmmakers Vyjayanthi Movies, and Director Nag Ashwin to challenge a project of this scale and bring it the screen. The coup is to bring the biggest stars of Indian Cinema together and realise this dream of presenting a movie that will be a wholesome sci-fi entertainer.
Filmmakers urge people to watch it in theatres and not to indulge in minute to minute reviews
We urge our readers to watch this film in theaters, and say no to piracy.