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Kalki 2898 AD Part 2 Big Update: The highly acclaimed pan-India sci-fi mythological movie, Kalki 2898 AD, starring Prabhas and Deepika Padukone, achieved unprecedented success upon its release in June 2024. The film, which also featured Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan in a pivotal role, grossed over Rs 1,180 crore at the global box office. Directed by Nag Ashwin, Kalki 2898 AD has been making headlines since its historic success, with fans eagerly awaiting the sequel. As fans await Kalki 2898 AD Part 2, here is what the director has to say about the upcoming movie:

In a recent media interaction, according to 123 Telugu, Nag Ashwin shared several exciting updates about Kalki 2 while promoting his film Yevade Subramanyam ahead of its re-release. The director surprised everyone by announcing that the team is planning to release the sequel in December this year. This revelation has undoubtedly sent fans into a frenzy as they eagerly anticipate the next installment of the Kalki saga.

Addressing the concerns of fans who felt that Prabhas' screen time was limited in the first part, Nag Ashwin explained that he had to explore the backstories of Sumati (Deepika) and Ashwatthama (Amitabh) to establish the world of Karna (Prabhas). However, he assured fans that the second part will feature more of Prabhas, as the story will primarily revolve around the characters of Karna and Ashwatthama. This news is sure to delight fans of the Rebel Star, who are eagerly waiting to see more of him in the sequel.

About Kalki 2898 AD: Set in a dystopian future, the story follows a group on a mission to protect an unborn child believed to be Kalki. With ₹600 crore production budget, it's the most expensive Indian film ever made, grossing ₹1,027-1,200 crore globally and setting multiple box office records.

The film's visual effects were created by DNEG and The Embassy Visual Effects, in collaboration with other studios. They designed environments and action sequences, including a desert wasteland, futuristic vehicles, and three distinct worlds: Kasi, Shambhala and the Complex. The Embassy handled around 700 shots, while DNEG handled principal visual effects and CGI shots.