Nag Ashwin’s sci-fi epic, Kalki 2898 AD, witnessed a slight dip in its box office collection on its fifth day. Released on June 27, the film has captivated audiences with its larger-than-life narrative and star-studded cast, including Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan.
Impressive Opening and Steady Weekend Performance
According to sacnilk.com, Kalki 2898 AD raked in a massive ₹335 crore nett in India across all languages by Monday. The film’s opening day saw a remarkable business of ₹95.3 crore, followed by ₹57.6 crore on Friday. The weekend collections remained robust, with the film earning ₹66.2 crore on Saturday and ₹88.2 crore on Sunday.
Monday Collection and Total Earnings
Despite a slight dip on Monday, Kalki 2898 AD managed to mint ₹26.31 crore on its fifth day, bringing the total domestic earnings to ₹335.31 crore. The film’s release in multiple South Indian languages and Hindi in both 2D and 3D formats has contributed significantly to its wide reach and impressive box office numbers.
The film’s production team has announced that Kalki 2898 AD entered the prestigious ₹500 crore club within just four days of its global release. This multilingual 3D spectacle has achieved considerable success worldwide, reflecting its broad appeal and the strong performances by its star cast.
Celebrity Reactions and Social Media Buzz
Actor Abhishek Bachchan shared his excitement about the film on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle. He posted a ‘mind-blown’ emoticon to describe his reaction after watching Kalki 2898 AD with his father, Amitabh Bachchan. His tweet read, “#Kalki2898AD = (mind-blown emoticon) Wow!” This endorsement from a prominent actor has added to the film’s buzz and popularity.
Kalki 2898 AD blends science fiction with mythological elements, offering a unique cinematic experience. Prabhas stars as Bhairava, a bounty hunter from Kashi, while Deepika Padukone plays SUM-80, a pregnant test subject. Amitabh Bachchan portrays Ashwatthama, a character from Indian mythology, and Kamal Haasan plays Supreme Yaskin, the leader of the Complex. The story revolves around Bhairava’s quest to earn enough units to live in the Complex, facing unexpected challenges due to Ashwatthama.
The film also features Disha Patani as Roxie, with special appearances by Vijay Deverakonda, Mrunal Thakur, Dulquer Salmaan, Faria Abdullah, and others. Set 6000 years after the Kurukshetra war depicted in the Mahabharata, Kalki 2898 AD draws inspiration from Hindu scriptures, presenting a post-apocalyptic vision of the future.
Directed by Nag Ashwin, the film is mounted on a staggering budget of ₹600 crore. The high production values and innovative storytelling have contributed to its success and critical acclaim.