“Kalki 2898 AD” has already sold over 2.7 lakh tickets for its opening day in India. Directed by Nag Ashwin, the film is poised for a huge record in sales, with the South Indian markets leading the way. Prabhas, one of the biggest superstars, especially in the Telugu-speaking areas, is driving this strong performance. Here’s how much Kalki 2898 AD advance booking sales garnered.
Star-Studded Cast and Pan-India Appeal
Starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani in significant roles, “Kalki 2898 AD” appeals to a pan-India audience. The film is unique, with its makers describing it as a genre-defining drama that blends science fiction and mythology.
Kalki 2898 AD Advance Booking Sales
According to a report published by the trade website Sacnilk, “Kalki 2898 AD” sold 273,054 tickets on Sunday across the country, resulting in a pre-sales gross of Rs 7.95 crore so far. While almost the entire South Indian market has opened for advance bookings, more screens are becoming available for sales in the northern regions.
Dominance of the Telugu Market
The Telugu market is leading the pre-sales business, with the 2D version selling 1.5 lakh tickets, the 3D version selling 1.03 lakh tickets, and the IMAX 3D version selling 1.01 lakh tickets on Sunday alone. The Tamil versions have collectively sold over 2,000 tickets, adding Rs 5,06,672 to the advance total for the first day.
Bookings In Hindi Market
The Hindi market is currently slower in comparison. However, it is expected to contribute significantly to the advance booking business as Friday approaches. On Sunday, the 2D version sold 1,687 tickets, while the 3D version sold close to 10,000 tickets. The IMAX 3D version grossed over Rs 3.77 lakh after selling around 700 tickets until Sunday, June 23.
Anticipated Surge in Pre-Sales
“Kalki 2898 AD” is expected to see a significant increase in its pre-sales business over the week. The release of the second trailer and the pre-release events held last week. We have successfully heightened the buzz around the film’s release, which is likely to be reflected in the advance bookings. The film is scheduled for release on June 27.