MUMBAI : Making history as the first Indian film to release a prelude, the highly anticipated sci-fi epic ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ premiered its ‘B&B: Bujji and Bhairava’ prelude on the streaming platform Prime Video. A heartwarming ode to friendship, the prelude’s first two episodes have been unveiled, introducing viewers to Bhairava and the futuristic vehicle ‘Bujji’, while exploring their friendship and bond. It offers world-class animation and hilarious camaraderie between the two heroes.

The intriguing prelude transports viewers to the future city of Kasi, where Bhairava, a bounty hunter with aspirations of joining Complex. Bujji and Bhairava draw strength from each other and embark on an adventurous journey filled with lifelong friendship and ambitions. Packed with action sequences and a lot of humour, the prelude’s animation has been executed by Green Gold Animation, known for creating some of the most successful animated productions in the country.

To sum up, the ‘B&B: Bujji and Bhairava’ prelude stands out as India’s first animated prelude showcasing a glimpse into the cinematic universe of Kalki 2898Ad and introducing the two heroes. Impeccably setting the stage for the magnum opus, it promises a refreshing viewing experience for audiences of all ages.

Available in Telugu, Hindi, English and Spanish, the ‘B&B: Bujji and Bhairava’ prelude, penned by Sahen Upadhyay, features actress Keerthy Suresh as the voice of ‘Bujji’.

Check out its trailer here:

Featuring an ensemble star cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani in key roles, ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ is directed by Nag Ashwin and produced by Vyjayanthi Movies. A multilingual, mythology-inspired sci-fi spectacle set in the future, the film hits the screens on 27th June 2024 worldwide.