Kalki 2898 AD,” featuring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan, hit theaters on June 27, opening strongly at the box office. This dystopian drama draws its narrative from the epic Mahabharata, captivating fans with its unique storyline. A notable aspect of the film is the portrayal of Lord Krishna, whose actor’s identity was initially concealed. Fans, however, have uncovered that Tamil actor Krishnakumar plays this significant role.
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- Release and Cast: “Kalki 2898 AD” stars Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan and was released on June 27.
- Box Office Success: The film opened with a record-breaking Rs 95 crore at the Indian box office, making it the highest Day 1 grosser in Indian cinema history.
- Story Inspiration: The movie draws its plot from the Mahabharata, creating a dystopian narrative set 6000 years after the epic’s events.
- Krishna’s Portrayal: The film includes a brief portrayal of Lord Krishna, with only his silhouette shown on screen.
- Actor Revealed: Fans discovered that Tamil actor Krishnakumar plays the role of Lord Krishna.
- Krishnakumar’s Response: Krishnakumar expressed his gratitude on Instagram, stating it was an honor to play such a special character.
- Voice Dub: Arjun Das dubbed the voice for Lord Krishna, acknowledging the credit to director Nag Ashwin and producer Swapna Dutt.
- Plot Overview: The story begins with the Mahabharata’s aftermath, focusing on Ashwatthama’s curse and the prophecy of Kalki’s birth.
- Deepika’s Role: Deepika Padukone’s character carries Kalki in her womb, symbolizing the 10th avatar of Vishnu.
- Additional Cast: The film also features Kamal Haasan, Disha Patani, Vijay Deverakonda, and Dulquer Salmaan in key roles.
