Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan, had a record-breaking opening at the Indian box office. The film collected ₹95 crore on its first day, surpassing the previous record held by Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan.
Day 1 Collection Breakdown:
- Telugu: ₹64.5 crore
- Tamil: ₹4 crore
- Hindi: ₹24 crore
- Malayalam: ₹2.2 crore
Synopsis: The dystopian sci-fi film follows Bhairava, a bounty hunter, whose journey intertwines with Ashwatthama (Amitabh) and SU-M80 (Deepika). Kamal Haasan plays Supreme Yaskin, the ruler of Complex. The film includes cameos from Mrunal Thakur, Anna Ben, Vijay Deverakonda, Dulquer Salmaan, and Brahmanandam.
Review: Hindustan Times praised the film’s world-class VFX, large-scale sets, and spectacular sequences, calling it a visual spectacle.
Key Points:
- Historic ₹95 crore opening, highest in Indian cinema history.
- Surpassed Jawan’s opening day record of ₹65.5 crore.
- Overall 85.15% Telugu occupancy on the first day.
The film’s impressive start is a testament to its visual appeal and star-studded cast, marking a significant milestone in the Indian film industry.
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