Director Nag Ashwin confirmed that the story of 'Kalki 2898 AD' cannot be confined to a single film. The sequel, officially announced, will continue the saga of Ashwatthama (played by Amitabh Bachchan) and Bhairava (played by Prabhas) as they face the formidable Yaskin, portrayed by Kamal Haasan.
The sequel is set to delve deeper into Yaskin's mission, which explains his limited role in the first film.
According to recent reports, 'Kalki 2898 AD Part 2' is expected to take three years to complete. Prabhas has hinted in various interviews that the film will be divided into two parts, emphasizing that the franchise holds a special place for him.
Director Nag Ashwin has also confirmed that the sequel will likely be released three years from now, building on the suspense and excitement generated by the first film.
Set in a dystopian future, 'Kalki 2898 AD' is inspired by Hindu scriptures and features a divine being descending to Earth to battle evil forces.
The film has been praised for its compelling storyline, stunning visuals, and unique setting, which are unprecedented in Indian cinema. The narrative starts 6000 years after the Mahabharata's Kurukshetra War, in a world where the last city, Kasi, is ruled by the totalitarian Supreme Yaskin.
The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Disha Patani, Rajendra Prasad, Shobhana, Saswata Chatterjee, Brahmanandam, Pasupathy, Anna Ben, and Malvika Nair in key
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