What a filmy Friday it is! With the release of the much-awaited science-fiction film just around the corner, actress Deepika Padukone has released an exciting new poster of ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ featuring the likes of Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan and Disha Patani. With the excitement growing, fans are particularly curious about Deepika Padukone’s portrayal of ‘Padma’, who is the central character in the film’s story.
Mom-to-be Deepika shared the new poster on her Instagram stories.
The newly unveiled poster of ‘Kalki 2898 A.D.’ features Deepika Padukone, Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan and Disha Patani standing together in front of a dramatic sepia-toned sky, hinting at the epic scale of the upcoming film.
Interestingly, Deepika is seen holding a white gun-shaped gadget while the poster also shows ‘Bujji – a car from the future’.
Take a look at the new poster:
Censor board approval and changes
Kalki 2898 AD has received a U/A certificate from the CBFC for its duration of less than three hours. An alleged censor board certificate circulating online shows that the film has been approved with two changes.
Plot of Kalki 2898 AD
The story begins in Kashi, a land rich in resources ruled by Shashvat Chatterjee’s character, who demands absolute loyalty. A prophecy reveals that a child conceived by Deepika Padukone’s character will overthrow him. The king puts a bounty on her head to protect his rule, leading to a gripping story that blends futuristic elements with ancient mythology.
The recent trailer of ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ directed by Nag Ashwin hinted at a futuristic adaptation of the Mahabharata.
The film is all set to release in theatres on June 27, 2024.