Shobhana unveiled as Mariam in ‘Kalki 2898AD’: A glimpse into an epic Sci-Fi adventure. Image Source: News Helpline

June 19 : As anticipation mounts for the upcoming epic dystopian sci-fi action film ‘Kalki 2898AD’, the makers have unveiled the first look poster featuring veteran actress Shobhana as Mariam. The official handle of ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ took to social media to share this exciting glimpse, setting the stage for what promises to be an enthralling cinematic experience.

The official handle of Kalki 2898 AD shared the poster and wrote, “Her ancestors waited too, just like her…8 days to go for #Kalki2898AD. @SrBachchan @ikamalhaasan #Prabhas @deepikapadukone @nagashwin7 @DishPatani #Shobana @Music_Santhosh @VyjayanthiFilms @Kalki2898AD @saregamaglobal @saregamasouth #Kalki2898ADonJune27”

The film, written and directed by Nag Ashwin, ventures into a post-apocalyptic world set in the year 2898 AD, drawing inspiration from Hindu scriptures. With an ensemble cast that includes industry stalwarts such as Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan alongside contemporary stars like Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Disha Patani, and Brahmanandam, ‘Kalki 2898AD’ is poised to redefine the genre with its scale and ambition.

Produced by C. Aswani Dutt under Vyjayanthi Movies, the project is notable not only for its ambitious storytelling but also for its visual and technical grandeur. Shot primarily in Telugu with select scenes reshot in Hindi, the film boasts of being one of the most expensive Indian productions to date. The music, crafted by Santhosh Narayanan, is set to complement the film’s immersive narrative, while cinematography by Djordje Stojiljkovic, production design by Nitin Zihani Choudhary, and editing by Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao promise a visually stunning experience.

Scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 27th June 2024 in IMAX and other formats, ‘Kalki 2898AD’ is set to captivate audiences with its visionary storytelling, stellar performances, and groundbreaking visual effects.