The cameras are officially rolling on the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD, and if there’s one thing the industry is whispering right now, it’s this: they’re not playing safe.
After the sheer scale and shock value of the first film, expectations aren’t just high — they’re sky-level. The original didn’t just flirt with sci-fi spectacle; it bulldozed its way into new territory for Indian cinema. So when news broke that Part 2 has quietly begun shooting, the excitement felt less like hype and more like inevitability.
Back at the center of it all is Prabhas, whose mysterious arc left audiences with more questions than answers. And from what insiders are hinting, the sequel dives straight into the chaos teased at the end — no gentle reintroduction, no slow build. Just escalation.
Director Nag Ashwin reportedly spent months tightening the script before stepping onto set. That alone says a lot. This isn’t a sequel being rushed to cash in on momentum; it’s one being engineered to expand a universe. Expect bigger world-building, denser mythology, and action set pieces that aim to outdo an already outrageous benchmark.
Then there’s the cast — and what a lineup it continues to be.
Deepika Padukone is expected to step further into the emotional core of the story, especially after her character’s layered presence in the first film. Meanwhile, the towering screen presence of Amitabh Bachchan is set to once again anchor the narrative with gravitas that few actors can command.
And perhaps the most intriguing piece of the puzzle: Kamal Haasan. His chilling turn previously was brief but unforgettable. Word is that the sequel unpacks his character in far greater detail — which likely means darker shades, sharper confrontations, and a villain arc that doesn’t hold back.
Production house Vyjayanthi Movies is reportedly going all in. Massive set constructions are underway, international VFX teams are locked, and the scale is said to be even more ambitious. If Part 1 built the world, Part 2 may very well burn it down.
What’s refreshing is the confidence surrounding this project. There’s no “wait and see” energy. The team seems fully aware they’re building a franchise, not just a sequel. And that shift in mindset could make all the difference.
No release date has been announced yet, but one thing’s clear: when this lands, it won’t just be a film release — it’ll be an event.
The future of Kalki has begun filming. And if the mood on set is anything to go by, we’re heading toward something louder, bolder, and far more explosive than before.
