Mumbai: As the dark shadows of adharma engulf the world, a divine incarnation is destined to be born—Kalki, the final avatar of Lord Vishnu, who will restore righteousness by destroying evil. The epic science-fiction mythological film ‘Kalki 2898 A.D.’ brings this ancient prophecy to life, interwoven with the immortal saga of Ashwatthama, the cursed warrior condemned to wander the earth for eternity. Audiences can witness this blockbuster spectacle for the first time on Anmol Cinema, on Sunday, December 28 at 7 pm.
Directed by visionary filmmaker Nag Ashwin, Kalki 2898 A.D. marks a landmark chapter in Indian cinema. The film seamlessly blends Indian mythology with a futuristic dystopian world, delivering an unprecedented cinematic experience. With cutting-edge VFX, grand-scale visuals and intricately designed futuristic cities and battle sequences, the film immerses viewers into a universe that feels both ancient and ahead of its time.
The narrative traces back to the Mahabharata, when Ashwatthama—the son of Guru Dronacharya—committed an unforgivable act by unleashing the Brahmastra on a pregnant woman to annihilate the Pandava lineage. Enraged by this act, Lord Krishna cursed Ashwatthama with immortality, condemning him to endless suffering. Millennia later, Ashwatthama continues his penance, awaiting redemption. His salvation lies in protecting the woman carrying the unborn Kalki, the harbinger of a new age of dharma. In this future timeline, the burden of protecting righteousness rests on the shoulders of the once-cursed warrior.
Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan delivers a powerful performance as Ashwatthama, bringing gravitas and emotional depth to the immortal character. Deepika Padukone is seen as the mother of Kalki, while Prabhas portrays Bhairava, a formidable and enigmatic warrior fighting to safeguard humanity in a world on the brink of collapse.
Sharing his vision, director Nag Ashwin said that bringing Kalki 2898 A.D. to life was a dream come true. He recalled watching mythological war epics in his childhood and described his first shot with Amitabh Bachchan as a moment he would always cherish, calling the legendary actor India’s first and greatest action hero. He credited the film’s scale and authenticity to the relentless effort and dedication of the entire team.
Expressing his excitement, Prabhas said that Kalki 2898 A.D. is among the grandest films ever made in Indian cinema. He described his character Bhairava as powerful yet mysterious, deeply rooted in the film’s unique universe. He added that portraying the role was challenging due to the large-scale fusion of mythology and science fiction, making the film’s action, visuals and storytelling truly unmissable.
Don’t miss this epic cinematic event. Watch ‘Kalki 2898 A.D.’ for the first time on Anmol Cinema, Sunday, December 28 at 7 pm.
