LOHITH R

"Kalki 2898 AD" - Blending Mythology and Sci-Fi in Indian Cinema "Kalki 2898 AD" combines ancient Indian legends with a futuristic world, leaving audiences eager for its sequels, "Kalki 2" and "Kalki 3." It's set in 2898 AD, where the city of Kasi is humanity's last refuge, ruled by the god king Supreme Yaskin, played by Kamal Haasan. The story spans from the Mahabharata era to the future, focusing on Kalki, Vishnu's final avatar. Amitabh Bachchan shines as Ashwathama, guarding SUM-80 AKA (Deepika Padukone), carrying unborn Vishnu. Prabhas as Bhairava also impresses, alongside Vijay Deverakonda, Brahmanandam, and Rajendra Prasad, each with distinct roles and accents. "Kalki 2898 AD" visually impresses with influences from Hollywood epics like "Avatar," "Star Wars," and "The Avengers." However, the movie's slow-paced first half lessens its impact. Fortunately, the second half gains momentum with thrilling action and impressive sound effects, enhancing the cinematic experience.