February 24, 2026: Amitabh Bachchan has confirmed that filming for the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD is officially underway, giving fans a glimpse into both the scale of the project and the loyalty he continues to command decades into his career.
On Tuesday, the actor shared photographs from outside his residence showing a large crowd gathered for his regular Sunday meet-and-greet, even after he had informed followers that he would be away shooting in Hyderabad. Posting the images online, he noted that fans still arrived “to confirm,” adding a light moment with a picture of a small dog among the crowd.
Alongside the pictures, he wrote, “told them that this Sunday I shall not be able to come, since I was shooting in Hyderabad .. but still they come .. to confirm .. … even this cute little fellow (dog).”
He further apologised to his fans and revealed that he was shooting for the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD. The actor shared pictures of his transformation into Ashwatthama and also posted a photograph of himself hugging Kamal Haasan on set. He expressed his joy at working with Kamal again.
Kalki 2 Begins – work first .. rest later says Amitabh Bachchan
He wrote, “but apologies .. work first .. rest later .. … and meeting up with the great KAMAL HAASAN … we shall be working together after ages .. last in Giraftar .. Kalki 2 begun the work .. and shall ever cherish the love and affection of anticipated presence on the Sunday .. but hopefully shall be with all this coming Sunday ..My love.”
While apologising for missing the weekly interaction, Amitabh Bachchan revealed that work commitments had taken priority as production on Kalki 2 began. He also shared images of himself transformed into Ashwatthama, the immortal warrior he portrayed in the first film, along with a photo embracing Kamal Haasan on set. The collaboration marks a reunion between the two cinema icons after decades, their last on-screen outing together being the 1985 film Giraftar.
In the original blockbuster, Bachchan’s portrayal of Ashwatthama drew widespread praise from audiences and critics, adding weight to the franchise’s mythological sci-fi narrative. The sequel, directed by Nag Ashwin, is expected to expand the arcs of Karna and Ashwatthama while placing a stronger spotlight on Prabhas, who headlines the series.
Reports suggest that Deepika Padukone, who played a central role in the first instalment, may not return for the follow-up. Meanwhile, Kamal Haasan’s character, only briefly introduced earlier, is likely to receive more screen time, a development that has fuelled curiosity among fans eager to see how the narrative evolves.
The first film’s massive ₹1,042 crore global run turned Kalki 2898 AD into one of Indian cinema’s biggest recent hits, raising expectations for the sequel’s scale and storytelling. With production now underway and two legendary actors sharing the frame again, the project has already begun generating conversation among moviegoers across regions.