In a striking revelation, the production team behind the upcoming cinematic spectacle ‘KALKI 2898 AD’ shared a glimpse of Indian cinema’s living legend Amitabh Bachchan in his majestic new avatar as ‘ASHWATTHAMA.’ The film boasts an ensemble cast featuring luminaries such as Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani in pivotal roles. The revelation set the internet ablaze as Amitabh Bachchan took to his social media platform, Instagram, to disclose his enigmatic look to his vast sea of followers.
On this serene Sunday, Amitabh Bachchan was depicted sitting piously within the confines of a temple, eyes set on a single ray of divine light cascading upon him, decked in a tranquil white ensemble. His post carried a prophetic message, “Samay Aa Gaya Hai” (The time has come), which heralded something momentous and left fans across the globe intrigued. In an earlier post, Bachchan shared a closer look at his character, inciting further excitement among his loyal admirers. The megastar reflected on this unique journey, describing it as an unparalleled experience—a confluence of innovative thought, cutting-edge technology, and the privilege of working alongside stellar stars with cosmic reach.
As the fervor continues to rise, the filmmakers released a captivating 21-second video, intensifying the anticipation for what promises to be one of the largest movie releases India will witness this year.
Watch the spiritual and warfare-charged teaser here!
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Video Insight: The brief but powerful teaser reveals Bachchan, garbed in battle-worn, mud-smeared attire, deeply immersed in prayer within a cavernous shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. The scene cuts to a child perplexed by the warrior’s immortal nature, questioning, “So you don’t die? Are you a god? Who are you? Is this a temple?” The sequence deepens as Bachchan perceives his bleeding chest, signifying his undying spirit. The video culminates in an explosive battlefield visualization where Bachchan, donned in a combatant red and black outfit, marked by a luminescent yellow tilak, vows, “Since the last age, I have been waiting for the coming of the avatar, Guru Drona’s son, Ashwatthama.” The teaser concludes with Bachchan receding into his recluse cave, as the child calls out, “Hey Ashwa uncle, wait for me!”
‘KALKI 2898 AD’ is directed by the accomplished Nag Ashwin and produced by the revered Vyjayanthi Movies banner. The film first captured global attention with its groundbreaking presentation during last year’s San Diego Comic-Con, where it met with widespread praise and fanfare. Since then, audiences around the world have been eagerly anticipating the film’s release, ready to be transported into a realm that merges the ancient with the futuristic.
This opus of Indian cinema is not merely a movie; it’s an epoch in the making, a narrative so grand that it promises to etch itself in the annals of film history. As the days edge closer to its release, movie buffs and fans of the legendary Amitabh Bachchan are counting down the moments until they can witness this magnificent tale unfold on the silver screen. Stay tuned for more updates as we chronicle the journey towards the premiere of what is undoubtedly the Indian film event of the year.
