Kalki 2898 AD: Director Nag Ashwin says they have shot about 25-30 days for sequel: “There’s extensive design work and action sequences to finalize” : Bollywood News

Kalki 2898 AD, the sci-fi spectacle starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan, has taken the box office by storm. Now, director Nag Ashwin himself has shed light on the highly anticipated sequel in a recent interview. Ashwin revealed that the idea for a two-part Kalki wasn't a last-minute decision.

Kalki 2898 AD: Director Nag Ashwin says they have shot about 25-30 days for sequel: “There’s extensive design work and action sequences to finalize”

“Early in production,” Ashwin told Pinkvilla, “the story's scope expanded organically. We already have the script of what it was initially envisioned as – a single film.”

While reports suggested a significant portion of the sequel was already filmed, Ashwin clarified, “It's not 60% complete. We've shot about 25-30 days, but there's a vast amount of work remaining.” He elaborated on the pre-production needs, stating, “There's extensive design work and action sequences to finalize. It's a long process to get everything ready before the actors even return to set.”

Creating a believable and visually stunning sci-fi world is no small feat. Ashwin acknowledges the complexities involved, highlighting the need for meticulous planning and design. The whole thing starts again,” he said.

For those unfamiliar with the first installment, Kalki 2898 AD is a sci-fi dystopian film set in the year 2898. Humanity has been confined to a single city, living under the oppressive rule of Supreme Yaskin, a self-proclaimed god. As hope dwindles, a prophecy emerges – the birth of Kalki, the 10th avatar of Lord Vishnu, destined to restore balance. The film masterfully blends elements of Hindu mythology from the Mahabharata with a futuristic setting.

Beyond Prabhas, the film boasts a powerhouse ensemble cast. Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan take on central roles, while Disha Patani, Saswata Chatterjee, Brahmanandam, Rajendra Prasad, Shobhana, and Anna Ben are in pivotal roles.