Director Nag Ashwin’s magnum opus, ‘Kalki 2898 AD,’ has broken the North American premiere collection record previously held by SS Rajamouli’s ‘RRR’. The film, featuring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan, grossed $3.5 million from its premiere shows, surpassing ‘RRR’s $3 million despite being released on fewer screens (8.2k vs. 10.2k). The high ticket pricing, around $35 for IMAX shows, is believed to have contributed to this success. In India, tickets are priced as high as Rs 2,300, reflecting the film’s immense popularity.
Highlights:
- Premiere Record: $3.5 million in North America.
- Comparison: Surpassed ‘RRR’ which earned $3 million.
- Screen Count: ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ – 8.2k screens, ‘RRR’ – 10.2k screens.
- Ticket Pricing: Higher prices contributing to record.
- Domestic Pricing: Up to Rs 2,300 in Mumbai.
This achievement underscores the film’s significant impact and widespread anticipation.
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