MUMBAI: Kalki 2898 AD is currently the most talked-about film, generating immense buzz among audiences, cinephiles, and critics. Recently, the makers organized a grand gala event in Mumbai on June 19th, featuring a rare sight: an ensemble PAN India cast, including superstars Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, and Deepika Padukone.

The presence of Amitabh Bachchan at the promotional event was a pleasant surprise. Normally, the veteran actor shies away from promotional activities, but he made an exception for this magnum opus. On his blog, Mr Bachchan explained his decision: “My presence for promotional work is one that I shy away from, but for the sake of the most humble production team and particularly a team run by the daughters of the Head. It is a justification beyond personal choices. And to be a part of a vision of the maker and director , of some extraordinary thought was a delight that I had not imagined or was even close to traditionally  buying the first ticket to the show from the Producer .. the magnanimous, gentle, humble Shri Ashwini Dutt, Father to Priyanka and Swapna his daughters who run the Production house and Father in law to Nagi Aswin, the director.”

The event in Mumbai was a success, with media from eight different cities gathered under one roof to witness the starry night. The film, directed by Nag Ashwin and produced by Vyjayanthi Movies, is set to release theatrically on June 27, 2024. Kalki 2898 AD features a star-studded cast, including Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani.