Kalki 2898-AD: Title of Prabhas’ much anticipated ‘Project-K’ revealed at the San Diego Comic-Con

Kalki 2898-AD is the first-ever Indian film to participate in the SDCC.

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According to a press note issued by the makers, the story promises to transport audiences to a world never seen before in Indian cinema and offer them an “unparalleled and immersive cinematic experience”.

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‘Inspired by Mahabharata, Star Wars’

Ashwin said the film is a product of his love for the stories of Mahabharata and Star Wars.

“I had this idea and the story just came along. I love science fiction and mythology, and I grew up with both Mahabharata and ‘Star Wars‘. Making a film that combines both these worlds felt ideal, and thus, Kalki 2989 AD was born,” the filmmaker said.

Bachchan expressed his joy over being a part of the film and said it was an “unusual and exciting” experience.

“When Nagi (Ashwin) approached me for this film, I was drawn by his outstanding work in the past. Project K has been an unusual and exciting experience, with incredible research behind it.

“I have shared some wonderful moments with the team during shooting, and I would like to thank everyone at Comic-Con for having us. I hope you like what you see, and when we release the film next year, you like it even better,” the cinema icon said.

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He added that he wasn’t aware about SDCC and his son, Abhishek Bachchan, “enlightened me about the magnitude of this opportunity”.

Produced by C Aswani Dutt from Vyjayanthi Movies, the magnum opus, which was greenlit as Project K in 2020, also features Disha Patani.

Haasan said Kalki 2898-AD has an epic vision.

“I have tried to make films like this but in a smaller way. Kalki 2989-AD has a big vision, and I am glad to be a part of it. I remember when I wanted to create troopers; I had used hockey masks as part of the costume design, but Kalki 2989-AD has done it in style, and I love it.”

The event took place at the Hall H of SDCC Actor Rana Daggubati was also part of the panel.

Kalki 2898-AD is scheduled to be released on 12 January, 2024.

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