The magnum opus Kalki 2898 AD is off to a historic opening at the box office in India and overseas. This Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan starrer is nothing short of a cinematic marvel that transcends the boundaries of conventional storytelling. This epic saga, directed by the visionary filmmaker Nag Ashwin, transports the viewers into a world where ancient legends and modern aesthetics seamlessly congregate, with its stunning visuals and intricate set designs.
The movie which got a unanimous positive response from critics and audiences alike grossed a massive 191.50 Cr worldwide on day one. It is the highest Indian grosser, this year.
Kalki 2898 AD was released on Thursday (non-holiday), yet the movie has set the box office on fire. It is the highest-grossing opener with its Hindi version as well in 2024, surpassing the previous best figure of Fighter.
In its four-day long weekend, Kalki 2898 AD which was produced ambitiously by Vyjayanthi Movies is expected to touch the benchmark of Rs 500 Cr.
More importantly, there will be no other threat to the movie with the World Cup finale being held on Saturday.
The movie also featured a stellar cast of Deepika Padukone, Kamal Haasan, Disha Patani, and actors like Vijay Deverakonda and Dulquer Salmaan in special roles.
