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In the local village of Kollapur, two rival factions fight for supremacy. In the midst of this, Shekhar Babu becomes a victim of murder. Kalki (Rajasekhar) takes on the case. Does Kalki uncover the mystery behind the murder? That remains the rest of the story.

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Rajasekhar

as Kalki IPS

Rahul Ramakrishna

as Reporter Deva Dutta

Adah Sharma

as Dr. Padma

Nandita Swetha

as Asima Khan

Pujita Ponnada

as SI Palapitta

Nassar

as Sambasivudu

Ashutosh Rana

as Narsappa

Jayaprakash

as Adv. Kabir Khan

Charandeep

as SI Yadgiri

Siddhu Jonnalagadda

as Sekhar Babu

Shatru

as Perumaallu

Devi Prasad

as Padma's father

Venugopal

Vennela Ramarao

DS Rao

Amith Sharma

Sathish (Bunty)

Gautam Raju

as Doctor

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Prasanth Varma

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Kalki 2898 AD On OTT: 'Kalki' Stirring Up a Storm on Netflix... A Record as the First Indian Film!

The recent film 'Kalki 2898 AD', crafted by creative director Nag Ashwin and starring pan-India star Prabhas, features legendary actors Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Bollywood beauties Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani in major roles. This film has created a sensation at the box office, collecting over Rs. 1200 crores globally and setting new records. Recently, the makers have released this movie on OTT, bringing it to two platforms. Currently, on OTT, 'Kalki' is making new records and is trending as the second film globally. Let’s look into these details. Trending on a Global Scale The film 'Kalki 2898 AD' has been available on OTT since August 22. The Kalki movie in South Indian languages, including Telugu, is streaming on Amazon Prime, while the Hindi version is available on Netflix. However, the Hindi version of 'Kalki' is soaring with record views on Netflix. It secured second place in the global trending list in non-English categories over the past week. The Hindi version of Kalki has achieved 4.5 million minutes viewed, as disclosed by Netflix sources. It's being touted as the first Indian movie to achieve this feat in such a short time, indicating that 'Kalki' is also making waves globally on OTT. Behind in Amazon As known, the Kalki film is streaming in South Indian languages on Amazon. However, 'Kalki 2898 AD' starring Prabhas is facing strong competition from 'Raayan’, a film featuring Dhanush, which premiered on Amazon a day later on August 23. Despite this, 'Raayan' is trending at the top spot in India, pushing 'Kalki' to the second place on Amazon with more views. However, with many already having watched 'Kalki', 'Raayan' is gaining popularity on OTT. 'The Best of This Generation’… Hero Siddharth has praised the 'Kalki' team. Recently posting about the film, he lauded Prabhas’s role as exceptional. "I really like Prabhas. His character Bhairava will always remain my favorite. His acting as Karnudu is wonderful. Nag Ashwin has done an excellent job. This is the best film of this generation. I can’t help but praise Nag Ashwin and Vyjayanthi Movies. The film made such collections because it’s truly a great cinema," said Siddharth. Furthermore, Vijay Deverakonda, Dulquer Salmaan, Rajamouli, and RGV made surprise cameo appearances in the Kalki film, delighting the audience. Prabhas: The Biggest Star Tamil star hero Vikram has praised hero Prabhas, who is making waves with pan-India films. Speaking in an interview about his latest film 'Thangalaan', Vikram elevated Prabhas, saying, “Prabhas is now the biggest superstar in India. It's not fair to just call him a Telugu hero.” Malavika, who also participated in the same interview, made intriguing remarks about Prabhas. She expressed joy at getting the opportunity to act with Prabhas in 'Raja Saab' and praised him for transcending language barriers in cinema. She was amazed at the admiration audiences have for his films. Malavika clarified that the film 'Raja Saab' is set to mesmerize audiences at a pan-India level. https://twitter.com/i/status/1828702613111546129

August 28 , 2024

Kalki Vs Rayaan OTT: 'Rayaan' Surprises 'Kalki' with National Level Trending!

The film 'Kalki 2898 AD,' starring Prabhas and directed by Nag Ashwin, created a sensation at the box office, garnering over Rs. 1200 crores. Many were eagerly awaiting its OTT release. On Thursday (August 22), 'Kalki' became available for streaming on two platforms. It was expected to dominate OTT as well, but unexpectedly, it faced stiff competition from 'Rayaan.' This surprising turn of events has shocked Prabhas’s fans. Rayaan Outshines Kalki! The film 'Rayaan,' directed and led by Tamil star Dhanush, was released in theaters on July 26 and achieved significant success, earning over Rs. 150 crores, marking it as the highest-grossing Tamil film of the year. Recently, it debuted on Amazon Prime. Just a day before, 'Kalki' was also released on Amazon in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada languages. It was anticipated that 'Rayaan' views might decrease due to 'Kalki's impact. However, surprisingly, 'Rayaan' excelled with even higher views than 'Kalki,' trending at number one nationally, pushing 'Kalki' to the second spot. https://twitter.com/DhanushAdmirers/status/1827230852377669864 Is This Why Rayaan Dominated? There seems to be a strong reason why 'Rayaan' received more admiration on OTT than 'Kalki.' Many had already watched 'Kalki 2898 AD' in theaters, and some even repeatedly. In contrast, 'Rayaan,' despite its success and buzz as a routine revenge drama, was not heavily promoted for big-screen viewings, leading many cinema lovers to hold off watching it until its OTT release. As expected, once 'Rayaan' hit the streaming service, everyone rushed to watch it first. Given that many had already seen 'Kalki,' OTT enthusiasts were more eager to watch 'Rayaan' first, leading to its prominent streaming success. Big Salute to Dhanush’s Direction! The film 'Rayaan,' which rained cash in theaters, is achieving similar success on OTT. The movie contains many elements that captivate audiences, notably Dhanush’s directorial expertise. The narrative, screenplay, and performances by Dhanush, Sundeep, S.J. Suryah, and Dushara Vijayan are particularly engaging. Dhanush’s portrayal in the fight sequences showcased his formidable presence, setting the action apart from typical films with its realistic feel. The drama and emotions are well crafted, keeping the audience engaged without any dull moments, earning Dhanush widespread acclaim. Producer Surprises Dhanush Prominent producer Kalanithi Maran produced 'Rayaan,' under Dhanush’s direction and lead role. Following the film’s super success, the producer uniquely thanked Dhanush by presenting two cheques (reflecting his dual roles as director and hero), which went viral on the internet. However, the exact amount on the cheques remains undisclosed, leading netizens to speculate and comment their guesses.

August 24 , 2024

Kalki 2: New Challenges for Prabhas with Star Heroine.. 'Kalki 2' Seems Unlikely Soon!

The film 'Kalki 2898 AD', directed by Nag Ashwin and featuring Prabhas, made a massive impact at the Indian box office. With a stellar cast including Kamal Haasan, Amitabh Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone, the movie generated over ₹1100 crores, greatly exceeding expectations. This remarkable success has turned attention towards its sequel, with audiences eagerly anticipating the release of 'Kalki 2'. However, recent reports suggest that the shooting for 'Kalki 2' is unlikely to commence soon, reportedly due to complications involving the lead actress, Deepika Padukone. Shooting Breaks! Producer Ashwani Dutt previously mentioned that 'Kalki 2' was expected to release around June or July next year, with 60% of the shooting already complete. However, the remaining shooting is facing delays due to Deepika Padukone. Currently, Deepika is pregnant and is expected to give birth in September. She has decided to take at least a year off from films after giving birth. As part of this, she has even let go of a much-loved project with Rohit Shetty and declined a prominent Bollywood show. This suggests that she might also be unavailable for shooting 'Kalki 2'. Deepika is Crucial! Deepika Padukone's role is pivotal to 'Kalki 2'. The second part is expected to revolve around her character. Director Nag Ashwin plans to resume 'Kalki 2' on the sets right after Sankranti, and hero Prabhas is eagerly waiting for this. If Deepika is unable to attend the shooting, it poses a significant challenge for the Kalki team, potentially leading to rescheduling the dates Prabhas had set aside for 'Kalki 2'. This unexpected development is creating new complications for Prabhas, leading to speculation that 'Kalki 2' might now be pushed to a 2026 release. The Real Story in Part 2! 'Kalki 2898 AD' seems primarily to introduce the characters. Prabhas (as Bhairava), Deepika Padukone (as Sumathi), Amitabh Bachchan (as Ashwatthama), Kamal Haasan (as the villain Supreme Yashkin), and Vijay Deverakonda (as Arjuna) are central to the narrative of Kalki. The director, Nag Ashwin, set up the backgrounds and significance of each character in the first part, showing the hardships people face at the end of Kali Yuga and the villain Supreme Yashkin's tyranny. The conditions before the arrival of Kalki, the tenth avatar of Vishnu, were depicted in 'Part 1'. However, the hero Prabhas and the villain Supreme Yashkin did not come face to face in the first part. In 'Part 2', these two are expected to confront each other directly, making the second part more intriguing. Kamal Haasan's Significant Role Kamal Haasan’s role in the Kalki film lasts less than 15 minutes, offering the audience little opportunity to see his performance beyond two or three dialogues. Supreme Yashkin gains divine power by injecting himself with serum extracted from Sumathi (Deepika Padukone) while she is pregnant. His enhanced power is shown in the climax of 'Kalki'. This indicates that Kamal Haasan’s role will be fully realized in 'Kalki 2'. Speaking at a recent event, Kamal also confirmed that he would appear more extensively in 'Kalki 2'. Consequently, fans might get to see more of Kamal Haasan’s formidable acting as the plot progresses, with Prabhas (as Karna/Bhairava) and Amitabh Bachchan (as Ashwatthama) aiding the young Kalki in defeating Supreme Yashkin. Who will Play Kalki? According to mythology, Kalki, the avatar of Vishnu, ends the Kali Yuga. From the start of the shooting of Kalki, everyone assumed Prabhas would play Kalki. However, the director threw a curveball by portraying him as Karna. This makes it interesting to speculate who will appear as Kalki in the film. Since Kalki remains in Sumathi’s womb until the end of the first part, there is no chance for him to suddenly appear fully grown in 'Part 2'. Thus, there is a possibility that Kalki might be shown as a child. This child, aided by Prabhas (Karna/Bhairava) and Ashwatthama (Amitabh Bachchan), might be the one to vanquish Supreme Yashkin.

August 06 , 2024

Kalki 2898 AD OTT: Is the Streaming Date for ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ Set? Streaming on Two OTT Platforms!

Directed by Nag Ashwin and featuring Prabhas, the film 'Kalki 2898 AD' has successfully been screening in theaters for two weeks. It continues to perform well at the box office. Veteran actors Kamal Haasan and Amitabh Bachchan, along with young stars Vijay Deverakonda and Dulquer Salmaan in cameo roles, have enthralled audiences. Recently, there has been news regarding the OTT release of 'Kalki'. Rumors indicate that the movie will be available on two OTT platforms. Let's explore the details. Two OTT Platforms. 'Kalki 2898 AD' has been warmly received in theaters. Despite its success on the big screen, many viewers are keen to watch it again on OTT. Consequently, there is considerable anticipation for the announcement of the OTT platform and the digital premiere date. Meanwhile, there are reports online that the film will be available on two OTT platforms. According to recent buzz, Amazon Prime and Netflix have acquired the OTT rights for 'Kalki'. Amazon Prime has obtained the rights for Telugu and other South Indian languages, while Netflix has secured the Hindi rights. This arrangement ensures that 'Kalki' will be streamed on both platforms. When Will It Stream? Information suggests that 'Kalki' will be available for OTT streaming 7 or 8 weeks after its theatrical release. Accordingly, there is speculation that the film will arrive on OTT platforms around August 15. Streaming services are considering releasing 'Kalki' as a special treat for Independence Day. Therefore, those looking forward to watching 'Kalki' on OTT might only have to wait another month. An official announcement is expected soon. Has It Reached Rs. 1000 Crores? On Monday (July 8), the production team of 'Kalki' officially announced that the film has grossed Rs. 900 crores globally. They noted that it is only Rs. 100 crores away from reaching the Rs. 1000 crore club. An official statement regarding 'Kalki's total collections is expected in a few days. The revenues from Monday and Tuesday still need to be added to the existing total of Rs. 900 crores. Trade experts predict that with these additional earnings, 'Kalki' will easily surpass the Rs. 1000 crore mark. An official announcement is anticipated soon. Box Office Hit in Hindi too 'Kalki 2898 AD' is receiving tremendous admiration from Bollywood audiences. Prabhas's popularity in Bollywood, along with the film's Mahabharata-themed narrative, has attracted significant interest. Consequently, trade analysts expect that the Hindi version of 'Kalki' will hit the Rs. 200 crore mark today (July 10). Bollywood film analyst Taran Adarsh predicts that the film will reach a gross milestone of Rs. 225 crores today. He has posted about this achievement on his X account. https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1810940499227742667

July 11 , 2024

Kalki 2898 AD: 'Kalki' is a step away from ₹1000 Crore Club.

Directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Rebel Star Prabhas , 'Kalki 2898 AD' is making waves at the box office. Even 11 days after its release, the movie's earnings show no signs of slowing down. It is breaking new records globally, with 'Kalki' mania particularly strong in North America, where the Indian diaspora has shown significant interest. The film's latest global collections are remarkably impressive.  What are the 11-Day Collections? 'Kalki 2898 AD' has enjoyed a successful run in theaters for 11 days. Vyjayanthi Movies officially announced that in just 11 days, 'Kalki' has grossed over ₹900 crores. A special poster released on the X platform is particularly captivating to netizens. Fans are noting that this achievement reaffirms Prabhas's star power. https://twitter.com/VyjayanthiFilms/status/1810220707357565060 North American Record Kalki has received an unprecedented response in North America. Movie lovers there are hugely supporting the film. Trade sources revealed that in just the first 9 days, the film grossed $14.82 million, which is equivalent to about ₹123.76 crores in Indian currency. There are also reports of massive advance bookings for the weekend. https://twitter.com/PrathyangiraUS/status/1809472342265065863 Just a Step Away from ₹1000 Crores! 'Kalki 2898 AD' is just a step away from reaching the ₹1000 crore mark. It needs just another ₹100 crores to join the ₹1000 crore club and achieve the target set before its release. By Wednesday, it seems certain that Kalki will cross the ₹1000 crore mark. With no new movies releasing until this Friday, the collections are expected to increase further. https://twitter.com/i/status/1808841062838063340  Day 1 Collections? All eyes are currently on the Day 1 collections of 'Kalki 2898 AD'. Vyjayanthi Movies has officially announced that on its first day, 'Kalki' grossed ₹191.5 crores worldwide. The makers released a special poster with the caption "Let's Celebrate Cinema". Trade circles had previously estimated that the film would gross over ₹200 crores on its first day. However, Kalki just missed the ₹200 crore mark. https://twitter.com/Kalki2898AD/status/1806617136690839769  First Weekend Collection? Directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas, 'Kalki 2898 AD' grossed ₹555 crores worldwide in its first weekend. The production company posted a special poster last week featuring main cast members like Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone. The caption for the poster states, "Dominating the global box office with no signs of slowing down." https://twitter.com/VyjayanthiFilms/status/1807678411529506945

July 08 , 2024

Kalki 2 Prediction: Will 'Kalki 2' Gross ₹2000 Crores? The Real Story is in 'Part 2'!

Currently, the Indian film industry is abuzz with discussions about 'Kalki 2898 AD'. Two weeks post-release, the film's collections are still robust, exceeding all box office expectations. Director Nag Ashwin has creatively intertwined mythology with the future, earning acclaim for his innovative storytelling. Audiences feel they've been taken to another world while watching the film. Yet, there's growing speculation that what we've witnessed is merely a precursor. Rumors suggest the sequel will be on a scale never seen before, with expectations that if 'Kalki' had a target of ₹1000 crores, Part 2 will aim for ₹2000 crores. The Real Story is in 'Part 2'! 'Kalki 2898 AD' appears to serve primarily as an introduction to its characters. The narrative centers around Prabhas as Bhairava, Deepika Padukone as Sumati, Amitabh Bachchan as Ashwatthama, Kamal Hassan as the villain Supreme Yashkin, and Vijay Deverakonda  as Arjuna. The first installment focuses on establishing each character's background and significance within the storyline. It portrays the trials faced by people at the end of Kali Yuga and the turmoil inflicted by the villain Supreme Yashkin. This part sets the stage for the anticipated arrival of Kalki, the tenth avatar of Vishnu. Interestingly, the hero Prabhas and the villain Supreme Yashkin do not encounter each other in this installment. In 'Part 2', they are expected to finally meet face-to-face, adding a layer of anticipation and intrigue to the sequel. Kamal Hassan's Full Presence In the Kalki 1st part, Kamal Hassan's role lasts less than 15 minutes, with very few dialogues, limiting the audience's opportunity to see his performance. By injecting a serum derived from Sumati (Deepika Padukone), Supreme Yashkin gains divine powers, becoming even more powerful, as shown at the climax of 'Kalki'. This suggests that Kamal Hassan’s character will be fully developed in 'Kalki 2'. At a recent event, Kamal himself confirmed he would have a more significant presence in the sequel. Consequently, there might be a chance for the fans to see a full-blown transformation of Prabhas from Bhairava to Karna, directly combating Supreme Yashkin along with Ashwatthama (Amitabh Bachchan). How Will Bhairava Discover His Power? The director Nag Ashwin surprised everyone by turning Prabhas’s Bhairava into Karna at the climax. The film showed a weapon from the Mahabharata falling into Bhairava’s hands, transforming him into Karna. After Yashkin kills several people, Bhairava reverts to his original form. The first part ends with Bhairava abducting pregnant Sumati. How will Prabhas realize he is Karna in the second part? What does Bhairava do with Sumati whom he kidnapped for a bounty? How will he become close to his brother Ashwatthama? How will he confront the villain Yashkin who is blocking Kalki’s arrival? These questions will be answered in the second part. Full-Length Role for Vijay! Vijay Deverakonda , appearing as Arjuna in Kalki, stunned everyone. He impressed in the Kurukshetra episode from the Mahabharata. However, it turns out Vijay’s role isn’t just a cameo. Film circles are abuzz that he will have a full-length character in the second part. Will they bring Arjuna’s character forward into the future, or will they show more scenes related to Kurukshetra where Vijay will appear? This remains to be seen. Additionally, rumors suggest that Malayalam actor Dulquer Salmaan's role will also return in the second part. If this happens, 'Kalki 2' is easily expected to reach the ₹2000 crore mark based on the star power this will bring to the film. When is 'Kalki 2' Releasing? Following the super success of 'Kalki 2898 AD', all eyes are on the release of the second part. Recently, producer Ashwini Dutt spoke about 'Kalki Part-2', revealing that shooting might start towards the end of this year. They plan to release the film in theaters by the summer of 2025. This has led to celebrations among Prabhas’s fans who are eagerly commenting on social media, asking for an official update soon and expressing their anticipation for Part 2.

July 08 , 2024

Kalki 2898 AD Weekend Collections: 'Kalki' Sweeps the Box Office, Recouping 90% of Its Budget in Just the First 4 Days!

Starring Pan-India star Prabhas, 'Kalki 2898 AD' has been a box office sensation since its release on Friday, June 27. The film has made a significant impact globally, earning widespread acclaim from industry leaders across various sectors who have expressed their admiration on social media. On its opening day alone, 'Kalki 2898 AD' grossed ₹191.5 crores, with many eagerly anticipating the total weekend collections. Weekend Collections: How Much? Directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas, 'Kalki 2898 AD' has amassed a remarkable ₹555 crores globally over the weekend (Thursday to Sunday), as officially announced by Vyjayanthi Movies. A special poster featuring major stars such as Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone was released, highlighting the film's commanding presence at the global box office. The poster’s caption reads, "Dominant forces at the global box office show no signs of abating." With an initial target of ₹1000 crores, 'Kalki' impressively achieved half of its collection goal in just the first four days, with production costs reportedly around ₹600 crores. The film's swift recovery of 90% of its budget in such a short period is especially notable. Given that no new films are scheduled for release in the upcoming week, 'Kalki’s' collections are expected to surpass initial projections significantly. A New Chapter for 'Kalki' 'Kalki 2898 AD' is performing exceptionally well overseas, particularly captivating North American audiences. It has set a new milestone by grossing $11 million in its first week—a record for an Indian film in North America, equivalent to approximately ₹91 crores. Remarkably, within just four days of its release, 'Kalki' has shattered the long-standing record previously held by 'Baahubali 2'. Current advance bookings suggest that 'Kalki' is poised to break more records in the coming days in North America. The North American Sensation Prabhas' performance in 'Kalki' has particularly resonated with audiences in North America, attracting significant attention from Bollywood moviegoers. As a result, in Hindi alone, 'Kalki' has grossed over ₹115 crores in just the first four days, according to an announcement from Vyjayanthi Movies. The production company expressed special thanks with the release of a poster featuring Amitabh Bachchan as Ashwatthama. Additionally, trade sources have reported that in the Telugu states (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana combined), the film collected ₹171.15 crores over the weekend, and ₹19.80 crores from Karnataka and the rest of India. It is evident that 'Kalki’s' box office success will continue to surge in the coming days.

July 02 , 2024

Kalki 2898 AD Top Dialogues: The dialogues that made 'Kalki' a huge success!

Prabhas is the talk of the film industry right now. With 'Kalki 2898 AD' making waves in theaters, all eyes are on him. He's earning rave reviews for his performance, especially for action sequences that are said to rival Hollywood standards. This has led many to commend the 'Kalki' team for elevating Indian cinema to an international level. Particularly notable are Prabhas’s dialogues, which fans say perfectly suit his formidable screen presence. Dialogues by other major stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Deepika Padukone are also receiving praise. What dialogues from 'Kalki' captivated the audience? In what contexts were they delivered? Let's delve into this special feature. Kalki Movie Dialogues The movie begins with a scene depicting the Kurukshetra episode. Ashwatthama commits a grave mistake by launching a weapon at an unborn child. The dialogues that follow, as Lord Krishna curses him, are captivating. Ashwatthama: Champadaniki vaste nannu champu Krishna. Nee upadeshalu vinadaniki nenu Arjunudni kaadu. అశ్వత్థామ : చంపడానికి వస్తే నన్ను చంపు కృష్ణ. నీ ఉపదేశాలు వినడానికి నేను అర్జునుడ్ని కాదు.  Krishna: Ee 18 rojulu Kurukshetramlo jarigina papaala kanna.. Nee adharmam nishkritamainadi. Dhronacharyudi putrudivi ayyundi intaku digajaraava? కృష్ణుడు : ఈ 18 రోజులు కురు క్షేత్రంలో జరిగిన పాపాల కన్నా.. నీ అధర్మం నిష్కృతమైనది. ధ్రోణాచార్యుడి పుత్రుడివి అయ్యుండి ఇంతకు దిగజారావా? Ashwatthama: Naa tandri peru palike arhata neeku ledu. Nuvvu anukunte atadi marananni aapagaligevadi. అశ్వత్థామ : నా తండ్రి పేరు పలికే అర్హత నీకు లేదు. నువ్వు అనుకుంటే అతడి మరణాన్ని ఆపగలిగేవాడివి. Krishna: Ashwatthama.. Devudaina krurudaina karmanu tappinchukoleru. Garbhasta sisuvupai astram vadilavu. Nee kharm nuvvu anubhavinkaka tappadu. కృష్ణుడు : అశ్వత్థామ.. దేవుడైనా క్రురుడైనా కర్మను తప్పించుకోలేరు. గర్భస్త శిశువుపై అస్త్రం వదిలావు. నీ ఖర్మ నువ్వు అనుభవించక తప్పదు.  Ashwatthama: Ayithe sandhinchu chakram.. Vidhinchu nee shikshani. అశ్వత్థామ : అయితే సంధించు చక్రం.. విధించు నీ శిక్షని. Krishna: Chavu nee shiksha kaadu Ashwatthama.. Adi vimukti. Kalantaram Pandavulu andaru chanipotaru. Naa shareeramoo maranistundi. Ee yugam antharistundi. Kaani, neeku maranam radu. Veladi sanvatsaralu nee gaayalu maanaka.. Chavu raaka.. Brathakaleka.. Enno papalu choosthu jeevistavu. Ide naa shapam. కృష్ణుడు : చావు నీ శిక్ష కాదు అశ్వత్థామ.. అది విముక్తి. కాలాంతరం పాండవులు అందరూ చనిపోతారు. నా శరీరమూ మరణిస్తుంది. ఈ యుగం అంతరిస్తుంది. కానీ, నీకు మరణం రాదు. వేలాది సంవత్సరాలు నీ గాయాలు మానక.. చావు రాక.. బ్రతకలేక.. ఎన్నో పాపాలు చూస్తూ జీవిస్తావు. ఇదే నా శాపం. Ashwatthama: Mari naa shapaniki prayschittam leda? అశ్వత్థామ : మరి నా శాపానికి ప్రాయిశ్చిత్తం లేదా? Krishna: Nuvvu nannu champalanukunnav.. Kani oka roju nuvve nannu kapadali. కృష్ణుడు : నువ్వు నన్ను చంపాలనుకున్నావ్‌.. కానీ ఒక రోజు నువ్వే నన్ను కాపాడాలి.  Ashwatthama: Nena? అశ్వత్థామ : నేనా? Krishna: Kaliyugam vastundi. Kali vastunnadu. Adharmam perigipoyi prapanchamantha cheekati ayinappudu nenu malli oka avataram ettali. Aa yugamlo Kali maha shaktishali. Enta shaktivantudu ante na puttukane apagaladu. Appudu nuvve na garbha gudiki kapala kayali. కృష్ణుడు : కలియుగం వస్తుంది. కలి వస్తున్నాడు. అధర్మం పెరిగిపోయి ప్రపంచమంతా చీకటి అయినప్పుడు నేను మళ్లీ ఒక అవతారం ఎత్తాలి. ఆ యుగంలో కలి మహా శక్తిశాలి. ఎంత శక్తివంతుడు అంటే నా పుట్టుకనే ఆపగలడు. అప్పుడు నువ్వే నా గర్భ గుడికి కాపలా కాయాలి. Dialogue A complex announces a bounty of 5000 units on a young man. A gang sets out to capture him. In the midst of his escape, Bujji (an AI vehicle) shackles him. Then, the villain's gang opens fire on Bujji. Amidst this, Bujji introduces her boss, Bhairav (Prabhas), elevating his status. Bujji: Hey.. Stop. Nannu shoot chestava. Ippudu choodu naa boss vachhi mee andarini smash chestadu. బుజ్జి : హేయ్‌.. స్టాప్‌. నన్ను షూట్‌ చేస్తావా. ఇప్పుడు చూడు నా బాస్‌ వచ్చి మీ అందరిని స్మాష్‌ చేస్తాడు. Villan Gang: Evaru mee boss? విలన్‌ గ్యాంగ్‌: ఎవరు మీ బాస్‌? Bujji: Paatha yuddhallo soldier. Intha varaku okka yuddhamlo odipoledu. The one and only Bhairava  బుజ్జి : పాత యుద్ధాల్లో సోల్జర్‌. ఇంత వరకూ  ఒక్క యుద్ధంలో ఓడిపోలేదు. ది వన్‌ అండ్‌ ఓన్లీ భైరవ  (After this dialogue Prabhas enters) Bhairava: Entry anantharam Bhairava nelapai guraka petti nidra pothadu.. భైరవ: ఎంట్రీ అనంతరం భైరవ నేలపై గురక పెట్టి నిద్ర పోతాడు.. Bujji: Bhairava getup.. Chala buildup ichaanu le. బుజ్జి : భైరవ గెటప్‌.. చాలా బిల్డప్‌ ఇచ్చాను లే. Bhairava: Bujji.. Bujji.. Please 5 minutes padukuntanu.  భైరవ: బుజ్జి.. బుజ్జి.. ప్లీజ్‌ 5 మినిట్స్‌ పడుకుంటాను.  Dialogue Supreme Yaskin (Kamal Haasan) conducts experiments on pregnant women using his people in the complex. A scientist from Yaskin’s team tries to kill him in response. The dialogues Yaskin delivers while killing the scientist are captivating. Supreme Yaskin: Chaavuku nenu chaala pranalau icchanu. Adi nanneem cheyadu. Ninnu chooste jalestundi. Enduku nannu champalanukunnav? సుప్రీమ్‌ యాస్కిన్‌: చావుకు నేను చాలా ప్రాణాలు ఇచ్చాను. అది నన్నేం చేయదు. నిన్ను చూస్తే జాలేస్తుంది. ఎందుకు నన్ను చంపాలనుకున్నావ్‌? Scientist: Manchi kosam.. సైంటిస్టు : మంచి కోసం..  Supreme Yaskin: Manchi.. Charitrlo enni pranalau teesindho telusa ee manchi. Rajulu rajyalu marutunna pratheesari marutundi manchi. Danni nammoddhu. Inthaki neekem kavali? సుప్రీమ్‌ యాస్కిన్‌ : మంచి.. చరిత్రలో ఎన్ని ప్రాణాలు తీసిందో తెలుసా ఈ మంచి. రాజులు రాజ్యాలు మారుతున్న ప్రతీసారి మారుతుందీ మంచి. దాన్ని నమ్మోద్దు. ఇంతకీ నీకేం కావాలి? Scientist: Ee lokanni kapadali. సైంటిస్టు : ఈ లోకాన్ని కాపాడాలి Supreme Yaskin: Ade kada.. Nenu chesindi. Devudini, dabbulani, vandala yuddhalu chese andarini okka yuddhamtho gelichanu tappa?. Meera boodida chestunna prakrutini andanantha dhooramlu pettanu.. Tappa? సుప్రీమ్ యాస్కిన్‌ : అదే కదా.. నేనూ చేసింది. దేవుడిని, డబ్బులని, వందల యుద్ధాలు చేసే అందరినీ ఒక్క యుద్ధంతో గెలిచాను తప్పా?. మీరు బూడిద చేస్తున్న ప్రకృతిని అందనంత దూరంలో పెట్టాను.. తప్పా? Scientist: Neeku istam vachhinatlu cheyadaniki nuvvu evaru? సైంటిస్టు : నీకు ఇష్టం వచ్చినట్లు చేయడానికి నువ్వు ఎవరు? Supreme Yaskin: Mari nashanam cheyadaniki meeru evaru? Enni yugalau ayina.. Enni avakasalu ichchina manishi maradu.. Maraledu. Idi nee tappu kadule. Human beingsku unna defecte adi. సుప్రీమ్‌ యాస్కిన్‌ : మరి నాశనం చేయడానికి మీరు ఎవరు? ఎన్ని యుగాలు అయినా.. ఎన్ని అవకాశాలు ఇచ్చినా మనిషి మారడు.. మారలేడు. ఇది నీ తప్పు కాదులే. హ్యూమన్‌ బీయింగ్స్‌కు ఉన్న డిఫెక్టే అది.  Dialogue Supreme Yaskin rescues Sumathi (Deepika Padukone), who is pregnant with Kalki, from his own people and brings her to Shambala. The guard of Shambala, unaware of who Sumathi is, tries to stop them. The scene and dialogues that follow highlight this moment. Rakshanadhikari: Amenu ikkadaku enduku teesukochchavu. 5 million pounds pettaru eeme meeda. Complex matrame kadu worldlo prati okkaru ame kosam vethukunnaru. Ela kapadatavu? రక్షణాధికారి : ఆమెను ఇక్కడకు ఎందుకు తీసుకొచ్చావు. 5 మిలియన్ పౌండ్లు పెట్టారు ఈమె మీద. కాంప్లెక్స్‌ మాత్రమే కాదు వరల్డ్‌లో ప్రతీ ఒక్కరు ఆమె కోసం వెతుకున్నారు. ఎలా కాపాడతావు? Ashwatthama: Nenu kapadatanu. అశ్వత్థామ : నేను కాపాడతాను Rakshanadhikari: Asalu nuvvu evaru? Podugga unte saripodu. Eppudaina yuddham chesava? రక్షణాధికారి : అసలు నువ్వు ఎవరు? పొడుగ్గా ఉంటే సరిపోదు. ఎప్పుడైనా యుద్ధం చేశావా? Ashwatthama gurinchi telisina baludu: Excuse me.. Mahabharatamlo Sreekrishnudithone yuddham chesadu.. Oke. (Ikada highlight BGM vastundi) అశ్వత్థామ గురించి తెలిసిన బాలుడు: ఎక్స్‌క్యూజ్‌మీ.. మహాభారతంలో శ్రీకృష్ణుడితోనే యుద్ధం చేశాడు.. ఓకే. (ఇక్కడ హైలెట్‌ బీజీఎం వస్తుంది) Rakshanadhikari: Andariki picchi ekkinda? Eeme (Sumathi) ikkadi ravadam valla andariki entho dangero arthamavutunda? Tanu just.. lab nunchi escape ayina mamulu pregnant woman. Emi special woman kadu. Ayina puttedi devudu anadaniki enti sakshyam. రక్షణాధికారి : అందరికీ పిచ్చి ఎక్కిందా? ఈమె (సుమతి) ఇక్కడి రావడం వల్ల అందరికీ ఎంతో డేంజరో అర్థమవుతుందా? తను జస్ట్‌.. ల్యాబ్‌ నుంచి ఎస్కేప్‌ అయిన మామూలు ప్రెగ్నెంట్‌ ఉమెన్‌. ఏమీ స్పెషల్‌ ఉమెన్‌ కాదు. అయినా పుట్టేది దేవుడు అనడానికి ఏంటీ సాక్ష్యం. As soon as that dialogue is spoken, rain begins to fall immediately, a rare event in that region. The people of Shambala believe that the birth of Kalki will occur from her womb as her arrival brings rain. This scene gives the audience goosebumps. Dialogue Sumati (Deepika) questions Ashwatthama why Lord Vishnu chose her to be the mother of Kalki. The dialogues in this context are mesmerizing. Ashwatthama: Nuvvu pranam ivvadanike puttava amma? అశ్వత్థామ : నువ్వు ప్రాణం ఇవ్వడానికే పుట్టావ్‌ అమ్మా? Sumati: Asalu em matladutunnaru. Inka toli oopiri kuda teesukoni ee bidda kosam inka entha mandi chanipovali? సుమతి : అసలు ఏం మాట్లాడుతున్నారు. ఇంకా తొలి ఊపిరి కూడా తీసుకొని ఈ బిడ్డ కోసం ఇంకా ఎంత మంది చనిపోవాలి? Ashwatthama: Prati chaavuki oka paramartham untundi. Prati chaavu lokaniki kotta oopiri postundamma. అశ్వత్థామ : ప్రతీ చావుకి ఒక పరమార్థం ఉంటుంది. ప్రతీ చావు లోకానికి కొత్త ఊపిరి పోస్తుందమ్మా. Sumati: Kaani, nene enduku? సుమతి : కానీ, నేనే ఎందుకు? Ashwatthama: Moyagaligina shakti unnavarike badhyatanu istadu aa devudu. Bhagavantudni kadupulo moyalante bhoodevi antha orpu undali. Meelo aa orpu undane mimmalni talliga enchukunnaru. అశ్వత్థామ : మోయగలిగిన శక్తి ఉన్నవారికే బాధ్యతను ఇస్తాడు ఆ దేవుడు. భగవంతుడ్ని కడుపులో మోయాలంటే భూదేవి అంత ఓర్పు ఉండాలి. మీలో ఆ ఓర్పు ఉందనే మిమ్మల్ని తల్లిగా ఎంచుకున్నారు.  Ashwatthama: Nuvvu ippudu kanabooyedi mamulu pranam kaadamma.. srushtini. Janmanivvadam nee dharmam kaapadatam naa badhyata. అశ్వత్థామ: నువ్వు ఇప్పుడు కనబోయేది మాములు ప్రాణం కాదమ్మ.. సృష్టిని. జన్మనివ్వడం నీ ధర్మం కాపాడటం నా బాధ్యత. Dialogue Upon arriving in Shambala, Sumati is claimed by Chatterjee, the Complex representative, who instructs his men to seize her. He tells his commander that riders have been sent in all directions and they will soon capture her. Meanwhile, Prabhas, who has already battled Ashwatthama, declares they can do nothing more. The dialogue between him and Chatterjee captivates the audience. Bhairava: Aa musalodu unnanthavaraku em cheyaleru. భైరవ : ఆ ముసలోడు ఉన్నంతవరకూ ఏం చేయలేరు. Chatterjee: Musaloda? ఛటర్జీ : ముసలోడా? Bhairava: Mee vallandarini kottindi atade? Okkadu kuda vadni touch cheyaledu. Nenu tappa. భైరవ : మీ వాళ్లందరినీ కొట్టింది అతడే? ఒక్కడు కూడా వాడ్ని టచ్‌ చేయలేదు. నేను తప్పా. Chatterjee: Veedevadu asalu? ఛటర్జీ : వీడెవడు అసలు? Commander: Bhairava ani bounty enter sir. Mana vallani kodithe black list chesanu. కమాండర్‌: భైరవ అని బౌంటీ ఎంటర్‌ సర్‌. మన వాళ్లని కొడితే బ్లాక్‌ లిస్ట్‌ చేశాను.  Bhairava: Elagaina black list chesavu kada. Malli kodatha. Point enti ante nenu okkadine aa ammayini teesukuragalanu. Meeku vere option ledu. భైరవ: ఎలాగైనా బ్లాక్‌ లిస్ట్‌ చేశావు కదా. మళ్లీ కొడతా. పాయింట్‌ ఏంటి అంటే నేను ఒక్కడినే ఆ అమ్మాయిని తీసుకురాగలను. మీకు వేరే ఆప్షన్‌ లేదు.  Chatterjee: Antha sure aa.. ఛటర్జీ : అంత ష్యూర్‌ ఆ..  Bhairava: Records chusuko.. Inthavaraku okka fight kuda odipoledu. Idi kuda odiponu. భైరవ : రికార్డ్స్‌ చూసుకో.. ఇంతవరకూ ఒక్క ఫైట్‌ కూడా ఓడిపోలేదు. ఇది కూడా ఓడిపోను.  Dialogue In the climax of the movie, the scene involving Kamal Haasan sends chills down the spine. After gaining power, he declares, “Jagannatha rathachakralu vastunnayi vastunnayi.. Rathachakra pralayaghola bhoomargam pattistanu.. Bhukampam puttistanu.” ('జగన్నాథ రథచక్రాల్‌ వస్తున్నాయ్‌ వస్తున్నాయ్‌.. రథచక్ర ప్రళయఘోళ భూమార్గం పట్టిస్తాను.. భూకంపం పుట్టిస్తాను') revealing the extent of the destruction he is about to unleash in the second part of his dialogue. However, this dialogue originates from Sri Sri’s epic work "Maha Prasthanam." Kamal Haasan previously delivered this dialogue in the movie "Akali Rajyam" 44 years ago. Hearing Sri Sri’s poetry from his lips after so many years again surprised the audience. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TELUGU SONGS OLD (@telugu_songs_old) Dialogue In "Kalki," Prabhas, who has been playing Bhairava, shocks everyone by appearing as Karna in the final part. In the last ten minutes, featuring an episode from the Mahabharata, he as Karna shakes the screen. Holding a bow and standing on a chariot, Prabhas declares, "Is it too late, son of the teacher?" sending the entire theater into a frenzy. The introduction of Bhairava as Karna, especially during this climactic scene at Kurukshetra, draws loud cheers. Arjunudu: Ashwatthama.. thalaratanu raase Brahma chesina Gandeevam idi. Deenini evaru addukoleru. అర్జునుడు : అశ్వత్థామ.. తలరాతను రాసే బ్రహ్మ చేసిన గాంఢీవం ఇది. దీనిని ఎవరు అడ్డుకోలేరు. Karnudu: Prabhas entry ichhi Arjunudu vesina banaanni niluvaristadu. Aa sandarbhamlo aalasyamainda acharya deva? ani Ashwatthamatho antadu. కర్ణుడు: ప్రభాస్‌ ఎంట్రీ ఇచ్చి అర్జునుడు వేసిన బాణాన్ని నిలువరిస్తాడు. ఆ సందర్భంలో ఆలస్యమైందా ఆచార్య దేవా? అని అశ్వత్థామతో అంటాడు. Ashwatthama: Ledu.. Saraina samayamlo ne vachchavu. అశ్వత్థామ: లేదు.. సరైన సమయంలోనే వచ్చావు.  Arjunudu: Choosava.. Keshava (Krishnudu). Tanu naku samanuda? Vadni (Karnudu) addukoni mana ratham kevalam rendu adugulu venakki vellindi. Naa astraniki atadi ratham 10 adugulu venakki vellindi. అర్జునుడు: చూశావా.. కేశవ (కృష్ణుడు). తను నాకు సమానుడా? వాడ్ని (కర్ణుడు) అడ్డుకొని మన రథం కేవలం రెండు అడుగులు వెనక్కి వెళ్లింది. నా అస్త్రానికి అతడి రథం 10 అడుగులు వెనక్కి వెళ్లింది.  Krishnudu: O Dhanunjaya.. Nee ratham agnidevudi varam. Kapadutunnadani jendapai kapiraju (Hanumantudu). Naduputunnadi mullokala nadipinche nenu. Aina rendadugulu venakki toshadante alochinchu Arjuna. కృష్ణుడు : ఓ ధనుంజయ.. నీ రథం అగ్నిదేవుడి వరం. కాపాడుతున్నదని జెండాపై కపిరాజు (హనుమంతుడు).  నడుపుతున్నది ముల్లోకాలు నడిపించే నేను. అయినా రెండడుగులు వెనక్కి తోశాడంటే ఆలోచించు అర్జునా.  Krishnudu: Tanu (Karnudu) samanya yodhudu kadu. Tana kallaloni tejasu.. tana chetiloni dhanassu.. tana peru.. charitra eppatiki marchipodu. Surya putra Vaikarna.. Karna. (Ee dialogueto Kalki tolipart mugustundi). కృష్ణుడు: తను (కర్ణుడు) సామాన్య యోధుడు కాదు. తన కళ్లల్లోని తేజస్సు.. తన చేతిలోని ధనస్సు.. తన పేరు.. చరిత్ర ఎప్పటికీ మర్చిపోదు. సూర్య పుత్ర వైకర్ణ.. కర్ణ. (ఈ డైలాగ్‌తో కల్కి తొలిపార్ట్‌ ముగుస్తుంది).

July 02 , 2024

Kalki 2898 AD Day 2 Collections

The film "Kalki 2898 AD," directed by Nag Ashwin starring Prabhas, is successfully being showcased globally. Released in theaters worldwide on June 27, the film is creating a storm at the box office, with house-full boards lighting up across the country. On its opening day, the movie grossed a sensational Rs. 191.50 crores, drawing all eyes to its second-day performance. Let's now look at how it fared on the second day. How much did it collect on Day 2? Vyjayanthi Movies officially announced the second-day collections of "Kalki 2898 AD." After bagging Rs. 191.5 crores on the first day, the film managed to gather Rs. 298.5 crores (GROSS) worldwide over two days, as stated by the makers who also posted a special poster on social media to mark the occasion. According to the producers, "Kalki" continued its strong performance by adding another Rs. 107 crores (GROSS) on the second day. However, compared to the first day's collections, there was a significant drop of 80% in the revenues. This downturn has led to disappointment among Prabhas’s fans as the film failed to reach the anticipated Rs. 350 crores mark within the first two days, barely crossing Rs. 300 crores instead. First Day All-Time Record The film "Kalki" has created a sensation in North America, winning over audiences with the performances of Prabhas and other leading actors. In this region, "Kalki" set an all-time record by earning $3.8 million from the premieres on its opening day, marking the highest first-day collection ever achieved by an Indian film in North America. This milestone placed "Kalki" at the top, followed by "RRR" (which made $3.46 million), "Salaar" ($2.6 million), and "Baahubali 2" ($2.45 million) in the subsequent positions. RRR's Record Remains Safe! According to trade experts, "Kalki 2898 AD" could not surpass the record set by "RRR," which remains the top-grossing Indian film on day one with Rs. 223 crores (GROSS). "Kalki" ended its first day with Rs. 180 crores, failing to break the record held by "Baahubali 2," which is in second place with Rs. 217 crores. However, "Kalki" did surpass other major films like "KGF 2" (Rs. 164.5 crores), "Salaar" (Rs. 158 crores), "Adipurush" (Rs. 136.8 crores), and "Saaho" (Rs. 125.6 crores), securing its place in the top three. Impact of Match on Collections! The promotional efforts for "Kalki 2898 AD" fell short compared to films like "Baahubali 2" and "RRR." Greater promotional activities could have potentially led to new box office records. Additionally, the T-20 World Cup match between India and England on Thursday evening (June 27) diverted the audience’s attention, negatively impacting the film's collections on its opening day. The fact that it was a working day also affected the revenue. With the World Cup final scheduled for today (June 29), there's a possibility of further impacts on the movie's third-day collections.

June 30 , 2024

Kalki 2898 AD Day 1 Collections: Increased Ticket Prices still missed to beat RRR.

The film 'Kalki 2898 AD,' directed by Nag Ashwin and starring pan-India star Prabhas, was released worldwide on Thursday, June 27th, and is receiving rave reviews everywhere. With the positive talk coming from all sides, audiences are showing great enthusiasm for this movie. As 'Kalki' becomes a super hit, everyone's attention is now focused on its first-day collections. The film, a visual wonder in the mythology-futuristic genre, was estimated by trade circles to collect over ₹200 crores on its first day. Did 'Kalki' reach that mark? How did Prabhas' mania impact the box office? What all-time record did 'Kalki' create in the US? Let's find out in this review. Day 1 Collections All eyes are currently on the Day 1 collections of 'Kalki 2898 AD.' The production house, Vyjayanthi Movies, has officially announced the first day's earnings. The makers declared that 'Kalki' amassed ₹191.5 crores (GROSS) worldwide on its first day. They also released a special poster with the caption "Let's Celebrate Cinema." Initially, trade circles had predicted that 'Kalki' would collect over ₹200 crores on its first day, with analyses suggesting that all previous Day 1 records would be broken. However, 'Kalki' narrowly missed the ₹200 crore mark. Despite this, industry experts predict that 'Kalki' will surely join the ₹500 crore club by the end of this weekend. All-Time Record Prabhas' 'Kalki' is creating a sensation in North America. The local audience is impressed by the performances of Prabhas and other top stars. Consequently, 'Kalki' set an all-time record in North America. It garnered a whopping $3.8 million from North American premieres, the highest collection for an Indian film in that region. 'Kalki' has thus achieved the distinction of being the first Indian film to earn this much. Following 'Kalki' are 'RRR' ($3.46 million), 'Salaar' ($2.6 million), and 'Baahubali 2' ($2.45 million). Overseas Collections Combining premieres and first-day collections, trade circles report that 'Kalki' collected $5 million on its first day in America. Among Telugu films, 'Kalki' secured the 5th position for the highest collections in just one day. It also set a record as the fastest film to collect $5 million. If these collections continue, 'Kalki' is expected to set a benchmark overseas. Experts predict that the collections will increase further over the weekend. 'RRR' Record Safe! According to trade figures, 'Kalki 2898 AD' could not surpass the 'RRR' record. 'RRR' collected ₹223 crores (GROSS) on its first day, making it the top Indian film in terms of Day 1 collections. As per trade estimates, 'Kalki 2898 AD' halted at ₹180 crores, leaving the 'RRR' record intact. 'Baahubali 2' stands in second place with ₹217 crores. While 'Kalki' couldn't break these records, it surpassed the records of 'KGF 2' (₹164.5 crores), 'Salaar' (₹158 crores), 'Adipurush' (₹136.8 crores), and 'Saaho' (₹125.6 crores) to secure a place in the top three. Match Effect on Collections The 'Kalki 2898 AD' team lagged in promoting the film on a grand scale like 'Baahubali 2' and 'RRR.' If they had done extensive promotions, the movie might have created new records. The T20 World Cup also affected the film's collections. The audience's interest in watching the India-England semi-final match on Thursday evening turned into a slight disadvantage. Additionally, Thursday being a working day impacted 'Kalki's' collections. However, with positive talk everywhere, the collections of 'Kalki' are expected to increase significantly over the weekend. Top 10 Highest Opening Day Collections in India 1. RRR (2022)  Directed by S.S. Rajamouli and starring Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, RRR set the record for the highest grossing film on its opening day, collecting Rs. 223.5 crores and sweeping all previous records. 2. Baahubali 2 (2017)  Also directed by Rajamouli, 'Baahubali 2' is second on this list, with an opening day worldwide gross of Rs. 214.5 crores, holding the record for the highest Indian opening grosser for five years until RRR. 3. Salaar (2023)  Featuring Prabhas under the direction of Prashant Neel, 'Salaar' collected Rs. 178.7 crores on its opening day, making it the highest-grossing film of 2023. Prabhas’s formidable presence was well received in action sequences, making 'Salaar' a fan favorite. 4. KGF 2 (2022)  Directed by Prashant Neel and starring Yash, 'KGF 2' broke several box office records, becoming the third highest grossing film on its opening day with collections of Rs. 164.5 crores. 5. Adipurush (2023)  Despite being a dud, 'Adipurush', directed by Om Raut and starring Prabhas as Ram and Kriti Sanon as Sita, managed good gross collections on its first day of Rs. 136.8 crores. 6. Jawan (2023)  Starring Bollywood's Shah Rukh Khan and directed by prominent South Indian director Atlee, 'Jawan' collected Rs. 129.6 crores on its opening day, setting a record for the highest opening day collection in Hindi cinema history. 7. Saaho (2019)  This action-packed film starring Prabhas and directed by Sujeeth, collected over Rs. 125.6 crores on its first day, confirming its blockbuster status. 8. Robo 2.0 (2018)  Starring Rajinikanth and directed by Shankar, with Akshay Kumar as the villain, 'Robo 2.0' collected Rs. 105.6 crores on its opening day but couldn’t maintain its momentum later. 9. Pathaan (2023)  Featuring Shah Rukh Khan, 'Pathaan' began the year with an opening day collection of Rs. 104.8 crores, giving Shah Rukh Khan a much-needed hit. 10. Jailer (2023)  The latest movie starring Rajinikanth, 'Jailer' also set a record by collecting Rs. 91.2 crores on its first day, becoming the first Tamil film to achieve such high collections and overall grossing over Rs. 650 crores. The film is also performing well on OTT platforms.

June 28 , 2024

Kalki 2898 AD Movie Review: An Epic Sci-Fi Saga Starring Prabhas and an Ensemble Cast

Cast: Prabhas, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Dulquer Salmaan, Vijay Deverakonda, Disha Patani, Rana Daggubati, Anna Ben, among others. Written and Directed by: Nag Ashwin Music by: Santhosh Narayanan Editing by: Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao Producers: Ashwini Dutt, Priyanka Dutt, Swapna Dutt Production Company: Vyjayanthi Movies Makers Release Date: June 27, 2024 The film 'Kalki 2898 AD,' directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas, generated worldwide excitement. This high-budget science fiction action movie, also featuring Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, and Kamal Haasan, became known as India's most expensive production. With its Hollywood-level trailer and teaser, anticipation skyrocketed following the initial poster release. The movie premiered on June 27. Did 'Kalki 2898 AD' meet the high expectations and give another blockbuster to Prabhas's career? What's the story? The plot of 'Kalki 2898 AD' unfolds from a deceit by Dharmaraja in the Mahabharata. Ashwatthama (Amitabh Bachchan), cursed by Krishna during the battle of Kurukshetra, eagerly anticipates the arrival of Kalki. Upon discovering that Kalki will be born to a woman named Sumati (Deepika Padukone), he takes on the role of her protector. Meanwhile, Bhairava (Prabhas) in Kashi seeks to enter a sacred complex that requires one million units for entry. Realizing that capturing Sumati could earn him the necessary funds, Bhairava sets out on his quest. Will he confront Ashwatthama and succeed in capturing Sumati? Who is Supreme Yashkin (Kamal Haasan) play, and why is he interested in Sumati? How are the Kali Yuga's conclusion and the Kurukshetra's battle connected? Why are the residents of Kashi and Shambhala facing hardships? What roles do Vijay Deverakonda and Dulquer Salmaan play? One must watch the movie 'Kalki' to find the answers to these questions. How did they perform? Pan-India star Prabhas once again asserted his commanding presence in this film, particularly shining in the role of Bhairava. His dynamic action sequences left a lasting impression. While his role was limited in the first half, he delivered a fully engaging performance in the second half. Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, portraying Ashwatthama, gave an unparalleled performance, with his efforts evident on screen. Kamal Haasan, playing the villain, offered a performance that surpassed expectations. Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani captivated audiences with their roles. The cameos by Vijay Deverakonda, Dulquer Salmaan, Rajamouli, Rana, and RGV were delightful. All other actors fulfilled their roles with great conviction. How's the direction? Director Nag Ashwin is poised to make a global impact with 'Kalki'. The film's greatest strength lies in the story, which was crafted by Nag Ashwin himself. His direction, vision, and presentation all earn high praise. Although the first 40 minutes may appear slow, Ashwin ensures that the pace never falters. After this initial segment, the narrative picks up speed and maintains its intensity all the way to the climax. The scene just before the interval, in particular, is sure to give the audience goosebumps. The futuristic vehicles, weaponry, and sets are visually spectacular. Nonetheless, the screenplay has minor flaws, and some scenes seem overly prolonged. The absence of elements that typically thrill the broader audience represents a slight drawback. Improved dubbing for Deepika could have further enhanced the viewing experience. Overall, Nag Ashwin has achieved significant success as a director. Technically On the technical front, all departments exhibited exceptional skill. The graphics department especially deserves high praise. The cinematographer’s work is outstanding. Santhosh Narayanan’s music is a significant plus for the film, particularly elevating the action sequences. The editor could have sharpened his cuts a bit more. The production values are very high, with no compromises on the budget. Every scene is richly produced. Plus Points Story, Direction Prabhas Lead cast performances Hollywood-level visuals Kurukshetra episode Minus Points First 40-minute episode Deepika’s dubbing Editing Telugu.yousay.tv Rating: 4/5

June 27 , 2024

Kalki 2898 AD Trending Posts: 'Kalki' is breaking Social Media; Netizens Showering Director with Praise!

Prabhas' performance in 'Kalki 2898 AD' has been universally praised. Both fans of Prabhas and average movie-goers agree that the wait was worth it. Social media posts are predicting that 'Kalki' will break many box office records. Currently, the hashtag #Kalki2898AD is trending heavily online, with audiences sharing their opinions on social media. They are expressing their feelings through captivating videos. Let’s take a look at these posts now. A fan of 'Kalki 2898 AD' posted an interesting video online. It shows cinema lovers paying homage to director Nag Ashwin by touching his feet, and expressing their gratitude. This post is now trending. https://twitter.com/saidevendla/status/1806199250327359793 Seeing the super hit talk about 'Kalki', a netizen shared a video that shows the entire movie team in high spirits. The video features Prabhas, Kamal Haasan, Amitabh Bachchan, director Nag Ashwin, and producer Ashwini Dutt dancing, edited from a clip in the movie Master. https://twitter.com/i/status/1806199186813288713 Fans of Rebel Star are trending a video where they are seen praising director Nag Ashwin for providing Prabhas with such a successful film. The video is edited from a scene in the movie Khaleja. https://twitter.com/i/status/1806199040368910540 Another netizen posted that while Prabhas' last film 'Saalar' appealed mainly to youth, 'Kalki' is captivating both the youth and families. They specifically mentioned getting goosebumps from the Mahabharata episode featured in the movie. https://twitter.com/SALAARSURYAA/status/1806198851164066271 Power Star Pawan Kalyan's son Akira Nandan also made headlines by appearing at a 'Kalki' theater in Hyderabad. The video of Akira entering the theater went viral online. https://twitter.com/i/status/1806198649107755236 A netizen commented that 'Kalki' is not just a regular film and a must-watch in theaters. https://twitter.com/btrsir/status/1806056337714864288?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1806056337714864288%7Ctwgr%5E340e81c546b0e7d2540bbcb78327e8a93b350cf2%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=http%3A%2F%2Fnewsroom.etvbharat.org A fan posted that the second half of 'Kalki' is a masterpiece, and the last 45 minutes gave them goosebumps, praising the performances of Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan that shook the theaters. https://twitter.com/SivaHarsha_23/status/1806175733125132706 The success of 'Kalki' has brought immense joy to Prabhas' fans. A fan-shared video illustrating this point is captivating viewers online. https://twitter.com/i/status/1806134805542941036

June 27 , 2024

Kalki 2898 AD Day 1 Collections Target: If this happens, Prabhas is certain to make history!

With just one day remaining until its release, anticipation is high for a blockbuster performance at the box office for the film 'Kalki 2898 AD.' Directed by Nag Ashwin and featuring pan-India star Prabhas, the movie is set to launch globally on Thursday. The film industry is keenly waiting to see if it will break any records with its first-day collections. Pre-bookings for 'Kalki' have been brisk, with tickets in cities like Mumbai selling for Rs. 3000 each. Even the state governments in the Telugu-speaking regions have approved an increase in ticket prices. This indicates that 'Kalki' could potentially set new benchmarks for opening day collections, with expectations of earning over Rs. 230 crores and possibly rewriting the history of the Indian box office. Let's now take a look at the top 10 films with the highest opening day collections in India. Record Collections in the US The film 'Kalki 2898 AD' is creating a sensation in the US. It has already broken several records even before its release. Advance bookings in the US have crossed 3 million dollars. If 'Kalki' receives positive reviews, it is expected to easily surpass the records of 'RRR' and 'Baahubali 2', according to local sources. In some areas of the US, ticket prices for 'Kalki' have even reached up to Rs.1.5 lakh. Given this momentum, even a bit of positive buzz is likely to smash overseas records. Top 10 Highest Opening Day Collections in India 1. RRR (2022)  Directed by S.S. Rajamouli and starring Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, RRR set the record for the highest grossing film on its opening day, collecting Rs. 223.5 crores and sweeping all previous records. 2. Baahubali 2 (2017)  Also directed by Rajamouli, 'Baahubali 2' is second on this list, with an opening day worldwide gross of Rs. 214.5 crores, holding the record for the highest Indian opening grosser for five years until RRR. 3. Salaar (2023)  Featuring Prabhas under the direction of Prashant Neel, 'Salaar' collected Rs. 178.7 crores on its opening day, making it the highest-grossing film of 2023. Prabhas’s formidable presence was well received in action sequences, making 'Salaar' a fan favorite. 4. KGF 2 (2022)  Directed by Prashant Neel and starring Yash, 'KGF 2' broke several box office records, becoming the third highest grossing film on its opening day with collections of Rs. 164.5 crores. 5. Adipurush (2023)  Despite being a dud, 'Adipurush', directed by Om Raut and starring Prabhas as Ram and Kriti Sanon as Sita, managed good gross collections on its first day of Rs. 136.8 crores. 6. Jawan (2023)  Starring Bollywood's Shah Rukh Khan and directed by prominent South Indian director Atlee, 'Jawan' collected Rs. 129.6 crores on its opening day, setting a record for the highest opening day collection in Hindi cinema history. 7. Saaho (2019)  This action-packed film starring Prabhas and directed by Sujeeth, collected over Rs. 125.6 crores on its first day, confirming its blockbuster status. 8. Robo 2.0 (2018)  Starring Rajinikanth and directed by Shankar, with Akshay Kumar as the villain, 'Robo 2.0' collected Rs. 105.6 crores on its opening day but couldn’t maintain its momentum later. 9. Pathaan (2023)  Featuring Shah Rukh Khan, 'Pathaan' began the year with an opening day collection of Rs. 104.8 crores, giving Shah Rukh Khan a much-needed hit. 10. Jailer (2023)  The latest movie starring Rajinikanth, 'Jailer' also set a record by collecting Rs. 91.2 crores on its first day, becoming the first Tamil film to achieve such high collections and overall grossing over Rs. 650 crores. The film is also performing well on OTT platforms.

June 26 , 2024

Explore Blockbusters from Vyjayanthi Movies, Producers of Kalki 2898 AD

The movie "Kalki 2898 AD," starring Prabhas as the hero, has made a significant impact in theaters, becoming a box office sensation. This success can be credited to director Nag Ashwin and the production house "Vyjayanthi Movies." Producer Aswani Dutt undertook this ambitious project with determination, despite its escalating budget, aiming for high-quality results. He granted director Nag Ashwin full financial freedom. With a budget exceeding 600 crores, Kalki stands as one of India's most expensive films. Currently, Vyjayanthi Movies is gaining nationwide recognition for delivering visual spectacles like Kalki. [toc] Vyjayanthi Movies Journey Aswani Dutt started his journey as a producer with a film starring his favorite hero, Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao. He established Vyjayanthi Movies and featured NTR in the avatar of Krishna as its logo. The company made its mark in the industry with the 1975 film "Eduruleni Manishi." Despite initial struggles, the banner did not hesitate to deliver blockbuster films, creating a significant impact in the Telugu film industry. What are those blockbuster films? Let's see what mark they have made in the Telugu film industry. Agni Parvatam "Agni Parvatam" is one of the super hit films released under the Vyjayanthi Movies banner. Starring Superstar Krishna in dual roles with Radha and Vijayashanti as the heroines, this film, directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, achieved great success at that time. Superstar Krishna showcased a formidable acting presence. This film stands as a milestone in Krishna's career. His dialogue "Aggi Pettunda?" became very popular back then, as did the song "Kaduluthunna Agniparvatam," which introduced a fresh side of Krishna. The movie's plot revolves around Jamadagni, who resents his father for abandoning his mother, but his enemies bring his step-uncle into play to create problems. What happens next forms the plot. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaJqLrjanQM Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari "Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari" proved that Vyjayanthi Movies could produce not just routine films but also experimental films. This unforgettable film in Megastar's career was crafted in the socio-fantasy genre and collected huge amounts at the box office. Despite facing floods in united Andhra Pradesh before its release, the film recorded a massive success. Made with a budget of 2 crores, it garnered 15 crores in its time. The melodious songs provided by Ilayaraja are still enchanting to this day. The plot revolves around Raju, who shelters four orphans and works as a guide. One day, unexpectedly, he finds a ring belonging to Indra's daughter, Indraja, who comes back to earth for the ring. What happens next forms the story. Shubhalagnam This film, starring Jagapathi Babu, Aamani, and Roja, was made with a unique concept and proved that happiness in married life does not depend on money. A wife who sells her husband for money eventually changes and retrieves him. This concept was well received by family audiences at the time. The song "Chilaka E Thodu Leka" earned Sirivennela the Nandi Award for Best Lyricist. The story revolves around Radha who marries her husband to a wealthy woman named Lata for money, eventually obtaining one crore rupees. However, over time, she realizes that a life without her husband is worthless. Govinda Govinda "Govinda Govinda," a collaboration between Nagarjuna and Ram Gopal Varma, was a blockbuster success. The story revolves around the crown of Lord Venkateswara, providing a fresh experience to the Telugu audience. Sridevi mesmerized the Telugu audience in this film. The plot involves Lord Venkateswara deciding to resolve a chaotic situation on earth using a divine weapon. However, the situation deteriorates when a group of thieves steal the jewels on this weapon. OTT Platform: Sun Nxt Rajakumarudu Vyjayanthi Movies introduced superstar Mahesh Babu as a hero through their banner. His debut film as a lead actor, "Rajakumarudu," was produced by producer Aswani Dutt. This film received the Nandi Award for Best Family Film and played in many centers for over 100 days. The plot is as follows: Raj comes to enjoy his vacation and falls in love with Rani. However, due to family pressure, he leaves her. Who is Rani? What is the feud between her family and Raj's family? How do they eventually unite? Indra The film "Indra" elevated Megastar Chiranjeevi's fame to a new level, in which he played a factionist for the first time. Producer Ashwani Dutt received a rain of cash from this film, which also earned Chiranjeevi the Nandi Award for Best Actor in 2002. The plot revolves around ongoing dominance battles between two families in Rayalaseema. To solve the water crisis for the people, Indra agrees to marry the rival's sister. Cutting to the chase, for a simple life, Indra, under an alias, escapes to Kashi. Why did Indra go to Kashi? How did he avenge his rivals? Student No. 1 Director Rajamouli was introduced to the industry by producer Ashwani Dutt. Tarak starred as the hero in Rajamouli's debut film "Student No. 1," which was produced under Vyjayanthi Movies' sub-banner, Swapna Cinema. This film was shown in 73 centers for 50 days and in 42 centers for more than 100 days. The film, made with a budget of Rs. 1.85 crores, earned Rs. 12 crores. The plot goes as follows: Aditya desires to become an engineer, but his father insists he become a lawyer. Disliking law, Aditya ends up in trouble trying to save a girl while going to write an exam. His father kicks him out of the house. What happens next? Maharshi Mahesh Babu starred in "Maharshi" alongside Pooja Hegde and Allari Naresh, with Ashwani Dutt also serving as a producer. Nominated in 10 categories at the SIIMA Awards for 2019, the film won 5 awards. The plot is as follows: Rishi, a CEO of a multinational company, learns about the sacrifice his friend Ravi made for him during their college days. Searching for him, Rishi goes to the village and finds that Ravi is in trouble. What did Rishi do next? How did he support his friend? OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Sita Ramam The 2022 film "Sita Ramam" was a huge success, known to all. Directed by Hanu Raghavapudi and produced by Ashwani Dutt, this film made Mrunal Thakur an overnight star heroine. With a budget of Rs. 30 crores, "Sita Ramam" grossed between Rs. 91-98 crores at the box office. The plot is as follows: Ram, an army officer and an orphan, receives a flood of letters after mentioning this on the radio. A large family forms around him. One woman continuously writes to him addressing him as her husband, Seetamahalakshmi. Who is she? From where did the wife of an orphan like Ram come? What experiences did Ram face when he came to meet her? OTT Platforms: Amazon Prime & Hotstar Kalki 2898 AD Producer Ashwani Dutt produced "Kalki 2898 AD" under the Vyjayanthi Movies banner, a prestigious and high-budget film. This movie was made in the mythology and futuristic genres. In this film, Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan played the role of Ashwatthama, and Kamal Haasan appeared as the villain. Disha Patani and Deepika Padukone also played key roles. Vyjayanthi Movies' Sub-Banner Hits Baanam Priyanka Dutt, daughter of Ashwani Dutt, produced the film "Baanam" under the Three Angels banner, introducing Nara Rohith as the hero. The plot is as follows: Bhagat, the son of a former Naxalite, lives in a small town. He decides to become an IPS officer to protect the people from local gangster atrocities. What happened next? Did he achieve his goal? Sarocharu Produced by Priyanka Dutt, "Sarocharu" captivated audiences as a feel-good entertainer. Ravi Teja, Kajal, and Richa Gangopadhyay played the lead roles. The plot is as follows: Sandhya loves Karthik, but she finds out he is already married. What is Karthik's past? Did Karthik and Sandhya end up together? OTT Platforms: Hotstar & Aha Sir Ocharu Movie Posters TollywoodAndhra.in Yevade Subramanyam "Nag Ashwin's debut film "Yevade Subramanyam" featured Nani and Vijay Deverakonda in leading roles. This movie brought recognition to Nag Ashwin as a talented director. The plot is as follows: Subramanyam, a materialistic man, goes to the Himalayas to fully understand life. During this journey, he changes his perspective on relationships. OTT Platform: Sun Nxt Mahanati Swapna Dutt, Ashwani Dutt's second daughter, produced "Mahanati" under the Swapna Cinema banner, also directed by Nag Ashwin of Kalki fame. This film, based on the life story of legendary actress Savitri, explores how Savitri entered the industry, the impact actor Gemini Ganesan had on her life, and the struggles she faced towards the end of her life. OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Jathi Ratnalu Under the sub-banner of Vyjayanthi Movies, "Swapna Cinema," "Jathi Ratnalu" was produced. The plot is as follows: Three young men from their village come to Hyderabad in search of good jobs and stay in an apartment. They unexpectedly attend an uninvited party and get entangled in a murder attempt case. How did they escape from the case? OTT Platform: Amazon Prime

October 25 , 2024

From Screen to Stream: 'Kalki 2898 AD' Sets Sights on OTT Debut

The film 'Kalki 2898 AD', featuring Rebel Star Prabhas and director Nag Ashwin, has shaken the box office, garnering over ₹1100 crores globally. Since its release on June 27, this mythological science fiction movie has been breaking numerous records at the box office and continues to dominate theaters even after 50 days. Many are eagerly anticipating when 'Kalki' will be available on OTT. A recent update related to its streaming has come out, exciting the fans of Prabhas immensely. Is the OTT Date for Kalki Locked? It appears that Amazon Prime has secured the digital streaming rights for 'Kalki 2898 AD'. There is strong buzz that the film will be brought to streaming on August 23. However, it is rumored that the film will be slightly trimmed compared to the theatrical version, with about 6 minutes of footage potentially being cut. Official announcements regarding the OTT release and the runtime are expected soon. However, Prabhas' fans are expressing dissatisfaction with the decision to trim the runtime, questioning why scenes that were not in the theatrical version aren't being added instead. Prabhas Pushes Shah Rukh Back In 2024, 'Kalki 2898 AD' stood out as the biggest hit among all the releases so far, continuously setting new records and garnering immense popularity. It has reportedly collected over ₹760 crores across all languages nationwide, surpassing the all-time Indian collection record of Shah Rukh Khan's movie 'Jawan', which had collections amounting to ₹760 crores. Prior to 'Kalki', 'Jawan' held the fourth position in the list of highest-grossing Indian films. As per the latest collections, 'Kalki 2898 AD' now ranks as the fourth highest-grossing Indian film, following 'Baahubali 2', 'KGF 2', and 'RRR' in the top three spots. Looks Like No Kalki 2 Anytime Soon! With the blockbuster success of 'Kalki 2898 AD', anticipation is high for a sequel. Producer Ashwani Dutt previously hinted that 'Kalki 2' could be released around June or July next year, with 60% of the shooting already completed. However, recent buzz suggests that the remaining shooting might face delays due to Deepika Padukone, who is currently pregnant and due in September. Post-delivery, she plans to take at least a year's break from films, having already stepped back from a much-loved project by Rohit Shetty and a major Bollywood show. This indicates that Deepika might also be unavailable for 'Kalki 2's' shooting, potentially pushing its release to 2026 if this scenario unfolds. Prabhas in Full Swing! Currently, Prabhas has more pan-India films in his pipeline than any other star in the country. Any project with Prabhas isn't expected to start before 2026. Currently, he is working on 'Raja Saab' under the direction of Maruthi, which is progressing rapidly. He is also set to collaborate with Sandeep Reddy Vanga for a movie titled 'Spirit', and a sequel to 'Salaar' directed by Prashanth Neel is in the works post 'NTR 31'. Prabhas is also set to portray Lord Shiva in 'Kannappa' starring Manchu Vishnu, and has another project lined up with Hanu Raghavapudi. All these projects are likely to take at least two years to complete.

August 13 , 2024

Nag Ashwin Sparks Debate: Arjuna vs. Karna in 'Kalki 2898 AD

The film 'Kalki 2898 AD' has been released to high expectations and is currently making waves at the box office. Directed by the renowned Nag Ashwin and featuring pan-India star Prabhas, this movie is captivating audiences from all demographics. By blending futuristic elements with mythology, 'Kalki' has garnered widespread positive feedback. However, some online critics accuse Nag Ashwin of distorting the myths, specifically expressing dissatisfaction with the depiction of Karna, an ally of the Kauravas, as stronger than Arjuna. Nag Ashwin has uniquely responded to these criticisms. Netizens' Questions About Kalki! On social media platforms, there is criticism regarding the portrayal of Karna's character in the climax of 'Kalki 2898 AD.' Comments suggest that showing Karna returning is a distortion of the traditional myths. Some argue that while it makes sense for Ashwatthama, who is immortal, to return, and that he supports the divine during the era of Kalki's avatar as mentioned in the scriptures, there is no scriptural reference to Karna returning in the future. Netizens are challenging this depiction, arguing that the director has specifically made a mistake with Karna's character. They are also discontent with how Arjuna's character has been downplayed in favor of Karna, who sided with the Kauravas. This has led to questions about the film's portrayal: If Karna is depicted as great, does that imply Arjuna is not? 'That's Why I Highlighted Karna' Director Nag Ashwin recently addressed questions concerning the portrayal of Karna in the film 'Kalki.' When asked why he chose to highlight Karna so prominently, he explained, "Many people adore Karna in the Mahabharata. There are numerous people in this country who admire and respect his character, which is why I chose to highlight him." This explanation has resonated with some netizens, who remember that the scriptures also commend Karna as a valiant hero, affirming that Nag Ashwin's depiction of him is accurate. Karna vs Arjuna: Who is Greater? When journalists posed the question of who is greater, Arjuna or Karna, to Nag Ashwin, he gave an evasive response. "Let’s set aside who is greater between Arjuna and Karna. The fact that we are discussing the Mahabharata is good, isn’t it? It means everyone is learning about it," he commented. Some netizens strongly disagree with this approach, arguing that it sidesteps the question of dharma, which clearly favors Arjuna. They criticize this as potentially misleading to the audience and insist that misleading viewers is not justifiable. 'Kalki 2' Release Date? Following the great success of 'Kalki 2898 AD,' anticipation is building for the release of its sequel. Recently, producer Ashwani Dutt spoke about the plans for 'Kalki Part-2.' "The shooting for 'Kalki Part-2' might begin by the end of this year," he revealed, adding that they plan to release the movie in theaters by the summer of 2025. This news has Prabhas' fans celebrating. On social media, fans are eagerly commenting, "Give us an official update soon" and "Waiting for Part 2."

July 08 , 2024

Unveiling the Mystique of 'Kalki 2898 AD', a Cinematic Marvel

The film 'Kalki 2898 AD,' directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas, has generated global buzz, with predictions of becoming a super hit. It has impressed audiences worldwide with its Hollywood-level visuals and the actors' remarkable transformations. Achieving this success required significant effort from the Kalki team. As the film continues to draw special attention, let's delve into some secrets behind 'Kalki 2898 AD'. 40 years later It is well known that Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan played major roles in 'Kalki 2898 AD'. Amitabh portrayed Ashwatthama and Kamal Haasan as the antagonist Supreme Yashkin. Remarkably, this film marks nearly 40 years since they last acted together, their previous collaboration being the 1985 film 'Geraftaar'. After 4 decades, they have reunited for 'Kalki'. Kamal’s New Getup Kamal Haasan's appearance in 'Kalki 2898 AD' is quite unique and distinct. Numerous looks were considered in the process of finalizing his appearance, none of which initially satisfied director Nag Ashwin. Eventually, the Kalki team consulted Hollywood makeup experts in Los Angeles, leading to the final look that Kamal Haasan sports in the film. 5 hours for Makeup Ashwatthama's look in the movie has also greatly impressed the audience. Amitabh Bachchan, at 81, has brilliantly embodied this character. The makeup for Ashwatthama took about three hours to apply and an additional two hours to remove, totaling five hours dedicated solely to makeup, according to the film unit. ₹4 crores for Bujji The futuristic vehicle 'Bujji', ridden by Prabhas in 'Kalki', was a significant endeavor by the film unit. It was developed with the cooperation of the Mahindra Research Valley team and Jayam Auto Engineering in Coimbatore. Reportedly, around ₹4 crores were spent just on this car. 700 VFX Shots Director Nag Ashwin created three futuristic worlds in 'Kalki': Kashi, Shambala, and a complex. Kashi is depicted as lifeless, Shambala as a refugee zone, and the complex as resource-rich. To showcase these, the film extensively used VFX, employing around 700 VFX shots. Hollywood VFX 'Kalki 2898 AD' is being talked about as a visual wonder, thanks to the involvement of Hollywood-level VFX companies. The VFX team that has worked on major Hollywood films like Harry Potter, Interstellar, Dune, and Blade Runner worked on 'Kalki'. Record-breaking Budget 'Kalki 2898 AD' stands as the film with the highest budget in Indian cinema history, with production costs reportedly exceeding ₹600 crores. According to trade sources, a significant portion of this budget was spent not just on actor salaries and sets, but predominantly on high-quality visuals and advanced VFX. https://telugu.yousay.tv/en/kalki-2898-ad-movie-review-an-epic-sci-fi-saga-starring-prabhas-and-an-ensemble-cast.html

June 27 , 2024

Weekend OTT Suggestions: Can't Get Tickets for Kalki this Weekend? Enjoy These OTT Movies!

This weekend, 'Kalki 2898 AD' is dominating theaters. For those unable to get tickets, here's how you can still enjoy the weekend. As always, this weekend brings plenty of new movies. Those looking for the latest films will find good entertainment this week. Some recent theater releases that received positive reviews are now ready to entertain you. Let's see what's in store. Bhaje Vaayu Vegam The film 'Bhaje Vaayu Vegam,' starring Kartikeya and directed by Prashanth Reddy, features Iswarya Menon as the heroine. This action entertainer, released in theaters on May 31, is now available for streaming on Netflix from June 28. The plot is: Venkat, orphaned at a young age, is adopted by Rajanna. He raises Venkat alongside his son Raju. Due to certain circumstances, Venkat places a bet with a villainous gang. After being cheated, he decides to seek revenge. What challenges does he face in this endeavor? That forms the story. Love Mouli Actor Navdeep reveals a new side of himself in 'Love Mouli,' with Pankhuri Gidwani as the heroine. Rana plays an Aghora in the film. Released in theaters on June 7, this film received moderate reviews and is streaming on Aha from June 27. The story is: Mouli, an artist, grows up alone after his parents separate during his childhood. He doesn’t believe in love. During this time, an Aghori gives him a magical painting brush. With its help, Mouli creates a young woman embodying the traits he admires. What happens next forms the story. Satyabhama Kajal Aggarwal's latest film 'Satyabhama' is now available on Amazon Prime from June 28. Released in theaters on June 7, this movie achieved success through word of mouth. Starring alongside Kajal are Naveen Chandra, Prakash Raj, Harsha Vardhan, Neha Pathan, and Payal Radhakrishna. The plot is: ACP Satyabhama works as a dedicated police officer in the She Team. One day, she meets a victim named Haseena, who shares her ordeal of domestic violence at the hands of her husband. In a tragic turn of events, Haseena is brutally murdered by her husband. This deeply affects Satyabhama, who then takes it upon herself to capture the culprit. The story explores how she manages to apprehend the criminal and the challenges she faces during the investigation.  Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil The comedy-drama 'Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil,' featuring Prithviraj Sukumaran in a key role and directed by Vipin Das, was released in Kerala on May 16 and grossed over ₹90 crores. Streaming on Disney+ Hotstar from June 27 in multiple languages, including Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi. The story is: "Ramachandran, despite being engaged, keeps thinking about his ex-girlfriend. Anand (Prithviraj Sukumaran), his brother-in-law, helps him move on. How does a certain individual affect their bond? What happens to Ramachandran’s wedding and Anand’s reunion with his wife?" Civil War A Hollywood action movie is also ready to entertain OTT audiences. 'Civil War,' an action thriller starring Kristen Dunst from the Spider-Man series, is available on Amazon Prime. Streaming in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, this film is a great choice for those looking for a good action movie this weekend. Vindhu Bhojanam The film 'Vindhu Bhojanam,' starring Akhil Raj and Aishwarya, directed by Karthik S., is streaming on Aha from June 28. Released in theaters two years ago, this movie received positive reviews and is now available for OTT audiences. The plot is: "Aditya (Akhil Raj), a chef, works in a hotel built by his father. His brother Vivek wants to sell the hotel, but Aditya refuses, wanting to honor his father’s legacy. Who wins in this sibling rivalry? Who is the singer (Aishwarya) Aditya loves, and why did she initially reject him?"

June 28 , 2024

Tollywood 2024: Blockbusters and Budget Surprises, From 'Kalki 2898 AD' to 'HanuMan'

The year 2024 has been extremely fruitful for Tollywood. This year's highest-grossing film was Prabhas's 'Kalki 2898 AD.' Released as a festive treat for Sankranti, the movie 'Hanuman' also showcased its strength at the national box office with impressive collections. However, these two films were made with massive budgets. In contrast, lower-budget films like 'Tillu Square,' 'Committee Kurrollu,' and 'Aay' also stood on par in terms of collections with those two films, achieving nearly triple the return on investment. These films have been noted for the significant difference between their budget and collections, ranking among the top 5 Telugu films. Let's examine these details in this special report. Committee Kurrollu Niharika Konidela's debut production, 'Committee Kurrollu,' featured eleven new heroes and was released on August 10, garnering positive reviews. It raked in Rs. 17.60 crores worldwide on a budget of just Rs. 6 crores. The film achieved three times the return relative to its budget, earning accolades from critics. 'Committee Kurrollu' is currently streaming on ETV Win, where it continues to receive a favorable response from OTT platforms. Aay The recent film 'Aay,' starring Narne Nithiin and Nayan Sarika, directed by Anji K. Maniputra, was released on August 15 and captured a hit status. It outperformed star-studded films like 'Mr. Bachchan' and 'Double iSmart' in collections, amassing a total of Rs. 14.10 crores. The production costs were reported to be between Rs. 6-8 crores. Including OTT rights, 'Aay' managed to earn nearly three times its expenses. Kalki 2898 AD Directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Rebel Star Prabhas, 'Kalki 2898 AD' has shaken the Indian box office, grossing over Rs. 1200-1300 crores worldwide. Made in a mythological and futuristic genre, the film was produced with an approximate budget of Rs. 600 crores but earned more than double its cost, receiving widespread acclaim. Pan India star Prabhas once again proved his mettle at the box office. The film also featured stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Deepika Padukone, with special cameos by Vijay Deverakonda, Dulquer Salmaan, S.S. Rajamouli, and Ram Gopal Varma. Tillu Square Starring Siddhu Jonnalagadda and Anupama Parameswaran, 'Tillu Square' released in March this year and made a splash at the box office, collecting over Rs. 135 crores globally. Produced by prominent producer Nagadevara Suryavanshi with a budget of around Rs. 40 crores, the film achieved more than three times its budget. This movie marked Siddhu Jonnalagadda's first entry into the Rs. 100 crore club. HanuMan Directed by talented filmmaker Prasanth Varma and starring Teja Sajja, 'HanuMan' captured nationwide attention. Released as a Sankranti gift this year, the film unexpectedly grossed over Rs. 350 crores on a modest budget of Rs. 40 crores, nearly nine times its production cost, astonishing everyone. This success elevated Prashant Varma to a star director status. Following 'HanuMan,' Varma announced a new project with Nandamuri Balakrishna's son Mokshagna Teja, which is soon to commence shooting. He is also focusing on the sequel 'Jai Hanuman.'

September 18 , 2024

As Predicted by YouSay, Prabhas's 'Kalki 2898 AD' Breaks ₹1000 Crore Barrier in Just 15 Days

Rebel star Prabhas, directed by Nag Ashwin, has unleashed a box office storm with 'Kalki 2898 AD'. Although it was released just 15 days ago, the film's earnings continue to soar, breaking new global records. The excitement around Prabhas's latest film is palpable. Recently, Vyjayanthi Movies, the production company, officially announced that 'Kalki' has surpassed the ₹1000 crore mark. This raises questions about which other films have achieved this milestone and how 'Kalki' compares to them. We will explore these aspects in this special report. How much did the collections amount to in 15 days? The film 'Kalki 2898 AD' has been successfully running in theaters for 15 days. The production company Vyjayanthi Movies has officially announced the collections so far. The Kalki movie has grossed over ₹1000 crores in these 15 days. A special poster was released on this occasion, showcasing Prabhas in a Karna avatar targeting the ₹1000 crore mark. This poster is currently captivating netizens. Fans are reiterating Prabhas's prowess once again. https://twitter.com/Kalki2898AD/status/1812023448681750927 Prabhas, the Unique South Hero Through 'Kalki 2898 AD', hero Prabhas has set a record. He is the only South Indian hero to have joined the ₹1000 crore club twice. Prabhas first joined this club with 'Baahubali 2'. Although it was anticipated that he would touch ₹1000 crores again with 'Salaar', it stalled around ₹705–715 crores. However, with Kalki, he has achieved this feat for the second time. With collections exceeding ₹1000 crores, he has proven himself unstoppable at the box office, thereby equalling Bollywood's Shahrukh Khan's record. Currently, these two stars are the only ones to have placed their films in the ₹1000 crore club twice, with Shahrukh doing so with 'Jawan' and 'Pathaan'. Soon Into the Top-3 With the latest collections, Kalki has placed seventh in the list of films with the highest gross in Indian cinema history. 'Dangal', starring Aamir Khan, continues to lead with ₹2,023 crores. Prabhas's own 'Baahubali 2' holds second place with ₹1,810 crores. 'RRR' with ₹1,387 crores, 'KGF 2' with ₹1,200–1,250 crores, 'Jawan' with ₹1,148 crores, and 'Pathaan' with ₹1,050 crores follow in subsequent positions. However, with Kalki joining the ₹1000 crore club within just two weeks, it is poised to break more records in the coming days and easily move into the third position, giving a tough time to the films currently in third, fourth, and fifth places. How Much Did Day 1 Collections Bring In? All eyes are currently on the Day 1 collections of the 'Kalki 2898 AD' movie. Vyjayanthi Movies, the production company, has officially announced the first day's earnings. 'Kalki' grossed ₹191.5 crores worldwide on its first day. A special poster was also released with the caption 'Let's Celebrate Cinema'. Initially, trade circles predicted that Kalki would gross over ₹200 crores on its first day. However, the film narrowly missed the ₹200 crore mark. How Much Did the First Weekend Yield? Directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas, the movie 'Kalki 2898 AD' grossed ₹555 crores worldwide in its first weekend. A special poster featuring major stars such as Amitabh Bachchan and Deepika Padukone, along with the lead, was posted last week by the production company. The caption read, 'Dominating the global box office with no signs of slowing down'. https://twitter.com/VyjayanthiFilms/status/1807678411529506945

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