Shibs Maths

Kalki 2898 AD is a milestone for Indian cinemas in achieving such high standards of cinematography and special effects ..Hollywood style. It undoubtedly has raised the standards for future Indian movies. The star cast is amazing! I was surprised to see Shobana, Dulquer, Mrunal, Vijay Devarakonda, Anna Ben, Disha Pattani! I wonder why Bollywood with so many talented actors, directors and huge funding over the years were never able to create such an amazing cinematic experience, but south has proved it once again! Saying that, the first half of the movie is quite mediocre. It focuses on character development and the introduction to the worlds of Complex and Sambhala. Prabhas as always has done his job, I wouldn't say he's at his best like he was in Bahubali but you get that vibes in between. The show stealer here is Amitabh Bachchan.. What a man he is! At such an age, he is still a tough contender to other actors at their peak. Director Nag Ashwin has hit jackpot casting him as Ashwathama. I couldn't imagine anyone else. I also feel that Amitabh sir would be a prefect fit to play Bhishma pitamah also if they plan to portray Mahabharata in future. Deepika is a damsel in distress and she plays her role to perfection. Kamal Hassan is flawless in his portrayal of the Supreme and he seems to possess some cosmic powers towards the end. Disha Patani is wasted, wouldn't have made a huge difference if she was not cast. The second half pays you well for your patience sitting through the first half. The movie picks pace and the fight sequences between Prabhas and Amitabh are amazingly choreographed! Sambhala is impressive, it reminded me of Avatar. Towards the end, the true identity of the characters are revealed as we delve deeper into the story, their worlds, and their connection with Mahabharata. The way Nag Ashwin blends modern technology with ancient Mahabharata is incredible. The whole concept of the movie gives you a Hollywood experience. The idea is a mash up of Mad Max, entry into Sambhala feels like Harry Potter taking his train to Hogwarts, you'll get Dune and Star Wars vibe, and also Avatar. The clash of Arjuna and Karna during the war (just a flashback scene) is worthy of standing ovation! I can only imagine what a masterpiece it would be if this director recreates the entire Mahabharat. Overall, the film loses point due to it's lengthy run time, a slow and lagging first half and unnecessary characters and scenes, but gains great momentum in the second half and it's portrayal of the great war and technology is very impressive. It's a concept we have never seen in Indian cinemas. The CGI is amazing. Hats off to the director and team for their efforts to stretch the boundaries of Indian cinema. This movie should be experienced in theatres!

I don't understand the low ratings. This is such an underrated movie. I found this more detailed and watchable than the Passion. Easily one of the best movie about the life of Jesus Christ and also after his resurrection. The acting of Actor Diogo who plays the role of Jesus is sublime. His expressions and delivery of dialogues are flawless and so believable. Hats off to the entire team for gifting us this divine experience!

I wonder what people find so perfect and are so crazy about this series. It started off well and the twists and turns keep you on the edge of your seat. The professor is too smart for the cops. But is this really a kindf heist? where the robbers are emotionally getting involved with the hostages, speaking to them, telling them stories about their past life, half the time the robbers r treating the hostage/s. The robbers themselves are narrating their past life stories to each others...lot of time is spent in character building..then comes a twist when u think it's becoming untakeble. Especially start n ends of episodes. I don understand y a character like Tokyo is even there in the team... who's stubborn and is capable of ruining the whole plan time n again and has no respect for the team. She cares it seems only for her love (Rio..who's more immatured), for whom she puts the heist and professor's plan in trouble. On the other hand, the series has some excellent and smart moves which will keep u going. My advice is to fast forward the scenes which are too lengthy and dramatic. I like the character Berlin coz hes organized, sticks to the plan and controls the team. Although he had to break a rule coz a hostage was crossing the limits. Even the professor is cool n intelligent. Worth watching tho if u skip the lengthy character chats n personal life problems n stuff. However, I would prefer characters more like the Oceans series (George Clooney n team) anytime, n I feel that the professor should have chosen an all guys team or all girls team for the heist. *personal opinion*