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'Project K' has taken the internet by storm after the launch of its teaser at the San Diego Comic-Con event. The movie has now been titled 'Kalki 2898 AD' and promises to be an epic science fiction film with inspiration from Indian mythology. As soon as the teaser dropped online, fans were quick to point out its similarities with 'Dune'.

For the unversed, 'Dune' is also an epic science fiction film which is set in a distant future as 'Kalki 2898 AD'. Take a look at what the netizens have to say.

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At the event, Kamal Haasan praised Amitabh Bachchan and said, "We are very honoured to be living with Amitji’s energy. We make stories and audiences make stars. You really understand it when you see Amithab ji, Prabhas & Rana perform."

To this, Amitabh Bachchan replied, "Stop being modest Kamal, You're much much greater there ever than all of us"

Talking about the launch, director Nag Ashwin said in a statement, "We are thrilled to present ‘Project K”s debut at San Diego Comic-Con. India’s storytelling tradition has ancient roots, with its epics serving as the origins for many civilizations worldwide. A world as big as this needs a platform as big to introduce it to the people. Comic-Con felt like the perfect place, where the honesty and enthusiasm needed for ‘Project K’ will be found.”

Deepika Padukone was supposed to attend San Diego Comic-Con along with Prabhas and Kamal Haasan but she was not present at the event. According to reports, Deepika did not attend the launch of 'Project K' at the San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) in the wake of the ongoing strike by the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Radio and Television Artists (SAG-AFTRA) in the US. She is a member of SAG-AFTRA and the union has reportedly specified that actors cannot provide promotional or publicity services.

"With the SAG-AFTRA strike underway, the union has specified that actors cannot provide promotional or publicity services. That extends to appearances at conventions, such as the San Diego Comic-Con. Accordingly, as a member of SAG-AFTRA and in line with their membership regulations, Deepika Padukone will not be attending," an insider from the film industry was quoted as saying by PTI.

'Project K' will release in theatres on January 12, 2024. The movie also stars Disha Patani in the pivotal role.

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