‘Kalki 2989 AD’ Set for Prime Video, Netflix Global Streaming Premiere

As a connoisseur of global cinema, I must say that the upcoming release of “Kalki 2989 AD” has truly piqued my interest. The film’s grand scale, coupled with its unique blend of mythology and futuristic elements, promises an immersive cinematic journey that I can hardly wait to embark on.


In simple terms, the highly anticipated science fiction movie “Kalki 2989 AD,” which has been a massive box office success in India this year with an impressive $131 million gross, will simultaneously debut on both Netflix and Prime Video. However, viewers can expect to watch it in various languages.

On August 22nd, the original Telugu film “Kalki” will be released, accompanied by dubs in Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, as well as English subtitles on Prime Video. Simultaneously, a Hindi-dubbed version of the same movie will become available on Netflix.

In the year 2898 AD, when nature is gone and darkness reigns supreme, “Kalki 2989 AD” signifies the start of the Kalki Cinematic Universe’s storyline. This film chronicles the adventures of Bhairava, a skilled bounty hunter, in this bleak future. The universe was initially presented through a two-part animated series titled “B&B: Bujji & Bhairava,” which can only be found on Prime Video.

In the sci-fi film “Kalki 2989 AD,” directed by Nag Ashwin and produced by Vyjayanthi Movies, we see an ensemble cast led by Prabhas portraying Bhairava. Also starring are Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani.

Manish Menghani, the head of content licensing at Amazon Prime Video India, stated that “Kalki 2898 AD” has spellbound viewers with its captivating narrative style and forward-thinking depiction of a post-apocalyptic world.

Prabhas expressed: “Working on ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ alongside a visionary director like Naga [Nag Ashwin] and an outstanding cast has been incredibly thrilling. This film doesn’t just innovate storytelling by combining mythology with futuristic aspects, but also explores the intricacies of human nature in depth.”

In his remarks, Producer C. Aswani Dutt expressed that the movie’s digital premiere serves as a unique method for Vyjayanthi Movies to honor its golden jubilee in the film industry.

As a dedicated admirer, I can’t help but express my enthusiasm for the project “Kalki 2898 AD”. My aim was to craft an immersive cinematic journey that pushes boundaries, surpasses conventional limitations, and brings our rich cultural mythology to a global audience.

Hassan, playing the character of Supreme Yaskin in the movie, considered his role as “awe-inspiring yet humbling.” He also mentioned that the film symbolizes a major advancement for the Indian film industry.

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2024-08-17 11:16