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Writer Vivek Ranjit hails ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, saying “Amitabh Bachchan towers over everything”

The eagerly awaited fantasy action film 'Kalki 2898 AD,' directed... Read More
The highly anticipated fantasy action film 'Kalki 2898 AD,' directed by Nag Ashwin, has finally hit the screens to praise from audiences. Among those lauding the film is Malayalam scriptwriter Vivek Ranjit, who singled out Amitabh Bachchan for his towering performance.

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Taking to Twitter, Vivek Ranjit expressed his admiration, stating, “. @SrBachchan towers over everything and everyone else in #Kalki2898AD, literally! What a man!! ”

"Kalki 2898 AD" features a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani. Prabhas portrays Bhairava, a modern-day savior with a charismatic flair, while Deepika Padukone plays Sumati, a mother protecting her unborn child, believed to be Kalki, the prophesied 10th incarnation of Lord Vishnu.

Amitabh Bachchan's portrayal as Ashwatthama, the immortal guardian of the unborn child, has garnered significant attention. In the film, Ashwatthama is depicted as having lived through ages, sustained by a gemstone embedded on his forehead. The narrative explores his timeless existence and his role in safeguarding humanity against dark forces. The trailer showcases Amitabh in both present-day action sequences and in glimpses of a younger, de-aged portrayal in flashback scenes.

Directed by Nag Ashwin, known for his previous success with 'Mahanati,' "Kalki 2898 AD" combines elements of Hindu mythology with futuristic themes, promising a visual spectacle and an engaging storyline similar to 'Dune'.
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