Star-Studded Sci-Fi Adventure
Director Nag Ashwin’s sci-fi film “Kalki 2898 AD” features a stellar cast, including Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan. During a press conference in Hyderabad, Nag Ashwin shared some fascinating insights about the movie.
Balancing Darkness with Hope
Critics noted that the film’s dystopian setting didn’t depict enough suffering. Nag Ashwin explained, “It was a creative choice to keep it accessible for kids. Even in dark times, there’s humor and the importance of human relationships.”
Expanding the Universe
Nag hinted at the possibility of exploring more worlds through a character in the movie, promising that the sequel will introduce new settings and characters. Shambala, a place of refuge in the film, is just the beginning.
The Need for a Sequel
Originally planned as a single film, Nag realized that the stories of the four main characters couldn’t be fully told in just one movie. The sequel will dive deeper into action, backstories, and introduce new characters.
Deepika Padukone’s Character Development
Nag faced criticism over the handling of Deepika Padukone’s character, SU-M80. He assured fans that SU-M80 is essential to the story and will have a significant role in the sequel, evolving beyond the damsel-in-distress trope.
Unraveling the Mid-Credit Scene
In the mid-credit scene, Supreme Yaskin gains power while chanting a line by poet Sri Sri. Nag clarified, “It’s his philosophy. You’ll see more of him in part two. Those lines don’t mean more than what they are.”
Inspirations and Tributes
Nag Ashwin drew inspiration from the epic Mahabharata and noted how Telugu cinema often taps into its rich tales. He also mentioned cameos by directors Ram Gopal Varma and SS Rajamouli as tributes to their contributions to the film industry.
Get ready for more action, deeper characters, and exciting new worlds in the sequel of “Kalki 2898 AD”! 🚀
