• By Ridhi Suri
  • Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:28 AM (IST)
  • Source:JND

Kalki 2898 AD On OTT: Following its success in theaters, Nag Ashwin's science fiction epic Kalki 2898 AD has made its debut on digital platforms. Featuring Amitabh Bachchan alongside Prabhas and Deepika Padukone, the film is set in a post-apocalyptic 2898 AD and draws from Hindu scriptures. As soon as it became available on OTT (Amazon Prime Video and Netflix), many fans eagerly watched and reviewed the film. According to most viewers, Amitabh Bachchan shines as Ashwatthama, and the action sequences, opening scenes, and Prabhas' captivating screen presence have all received high praise.

His powerful screen presence and depth in his role have greatly impressed audiences, who have been praising him extensively on social media. Many viewers are also labeling the Prabhas-Deepika Padukone starrer Kalki 2898 AD as 'epic,' highlighting its impact and appeal. A user said, "Can't stop thinking about the epic scenes in #Kalki! The action, the story, everything is on point. If you haven't watched it yet, you're missing out! #BlockbusterAlert #KalkiMovie #Prabhas‌." Another added, "Believe Big B Turns 82 This Year.. Nag Ashwin Gave A Epic Role For The Big B Of Indian Cinema, He Just Steals The Show, Peak Goosebumps Stuff... #Kalki2898AD @SrBachchan."

A third comment read, "Finally watched #Kalki2898AD !This was one of the films I was really looking forward to seeing in theaters, but unfortunately, I missed it and regret it now! Hats off to @nagashwin7 for imagining and creating a world-class movie. I'm truly stunned! The film offers great performances backed by strong VFX, music & every technical team, but the screenplay felt too slow for me. Perhaps this pacing was needed to reveal the world they wanted us to experience, but the screenplay didn't work for me. #Prabhas #Bujji combo nachindi.."

Also, many have echoed Arshad Warsi's critique of Prabhas. He had previously lamented Prabhas' portrayal as a joker, a sentiment that resonated with a social media user who tweeted after watching the film, "Arshad Warsi's comment is understandable. He criticized the character Prabhas portrayed, which is fair. In #Kalki, Prabhas's role did come across as awkward, with many cringeworthy scenes."

About Kalki 2898 AD

Kalki 2898 AD features an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani. Drawing inspiration from Hindu scriptures, it is the first installment in the planned Kalki Cinematic Universe, set in a post-apocalyptic 2898 AD. The story centers on a group on a mission to save the unborn child of lab subject SUM-80, named Kalki.

The film features music by Santhosh Narayanan, cinematography by Serbian Djordje Stojiljkovic, and editing by Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao.

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