Hyderabad – Director Nag Ashwin, who captivated audiences with the 2024 mythological sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD, is back in the spotlight—but this time with a sense of humor. As anticipation around the sequel builds, fans have been eagerly seeking updates on Kalki 2, and the filmmaker’s witty response is making waves online.
During a recent public appearance, as reported by 123Telugu, the 38-year-old director was asked about the timeline for Kalki 2’s release. Staying true to his quirky style, Ashwin playfully remarked:
“Last time, I said Kalki 2898 AD would release when 3-4 planets align. Now, I might release its sequel when 7-8 planets align”.
The cheeky comment, while not offering a concrete date, reflects the immense scale and complexity of the franchise, which blends rich Indian mythology with futuristic science fiction.
About Kalki 2898 AD
Released to both critical and commercial success in 2024, Kalki 2898 AD featured a stellar cast including Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan. Set in a dystopian future nearly 6,000 years after the Kurukshetra War, the film explored a world ruled by a tyrannical regime led by Supreme Yaskin, who resides in a floating megastructure. The narrative revolves around the mission to protect SUM-80’s unborn child, believed to be Kalki, the tenth avatar of Lord Vishnu.
The film merged mythological elements with science fiction in an unprecedented manner, earning praise for its world-building, visuals, and character arcs. Amitabh Bachchan played the legendary Ashwatthama, while Prabhas portrayed a formidable bounty hunter with a mysterious past.
Sequel Status: ‘Kalki 2’
The sequel, officially titled Kalki 2, is already in early development. However, production is currently on hold as the makers coordinate the jam-packed schedules of its A-list cast. According to sources close to the production, filming is expected to begin in late 2025, with hopes for a theatrical release by the end of 2026.
Despite the delay, fan excitement remains high. With so many threads left to explore and character arcs to unfold, the sequel promises to raise the stakes even higher in this mythological-sci-fi universe.
A New Collaboration on the Horizon?
In the meantime, industry whispers suggest that Nag Ashwin might take on another high-profile project before Kalki 2 begins filming. Reports indicate that Ashwin is in early talks to collaborate with Alia Bhatt for a yet-untitled film. Both are reportedly enthusiastic about the potential partnership, though details remain tightly under wraps for now.
If the project moves forward, it could mark Ashwin’s next big venture and showcase his versatility outside the Kalki universe. Discussions are said to be ongoing, and fans can expect more updates in the coming months.
As audiences await more celestial alignments—and casting confirmations—the Kalki cinematic universe continues to evolve into one of India’s most ambitious film franchises.
