Nag Ashwin’s “Kalki 2898 AD” made a spectacular debut in theaters on Thursday, raking in an impressive ₹95.3 crore on its opening day. The film continued to perform well on Friday, earning an additional ₹54 crore, as reported by Sacnilk. This brings the film’s total net collection in India to a staggering ₹149.3 crore within just two days of its release.
Detailed Earnings Breakdown
According to the report, the Telugu version of “Kalki 2898 AD” was the highest contributor, bringing in ₹25.65 crore. The Tamil version followed with ₹3.5 crore, while the Hindi dub collected ₹22.5 crore. The Kannada and Malayalam versions contributed ₹0.35 crore and ₹2 crore, respectively.
Star-Studded Cast
“Kalki 2898 AD” boasts an impressive ensemble cast, featuring superstars Prabhas and Deepika Padukone, alongside legendary actors Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan. Disha Patani also plays a significant role in the film. Released in multiple languages on June 27, the film has captured the attention of audiences nationwide.
Critical Reception
In a review for NDTV, film critic Saibal Chatterjee awarded “Kalki 2898 AD” 2.5 stars out of 5. He praised Prabhas for his commanding performance, noting that his presence is a strong counterpoint to Amitabh Bachchan’s portrayal of Ashwatthama, the deathless warrior. Chatterjee highlighted Bachchan’s distinctive voice as a crucial element of his character. Deepika Padukone received acclaim for her role as a pregnant woman on the run, delivering a splendid performance. Saswata Chatterjee, playing the antagonist who shoots lethal laser rays from his fist, had his standout moments. However, Chatterjee noted that the film often lets spectacle overshadow its underlying messages about mankind and the perils of its reckless behavior.
Additional Highlights
Release Date: June 27
Languages: Released in multiple languages
“Kalki 2898 AD” has set a high bar with its initial box office performance, and with a star-studded cast and compelling storyline, it continues to draw significant attention from both audiences and critics.
