Kalki 2898 AD unstoppable in foreign markets despite the cancellation of a few shows in Canada

Hyderabad: The much-anticipated pan-Indian film Kalki 2898 AD, starring Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan and Deepika Padukone, is set to hit the theaters within a day, generating unprecedented buzz. Directed by the critically acclaimed Nag Ashwin, the film has been the talk of the town since the release of the trailer, which further generated buzz about the film and led to unprecedented advance booking figures. Kalki 2898 AD broke several international records, becoming the fastest Indian film to reach $4 million in pre-sales in North America, despite reports of cancellations of a few screenings in Canada.

As of now, over 100,000 tickets have been sold for the premiere, as announced by the makers on their official account X. The film has already grossed over $1.3 million in pre-sales at the popular cinema chain Cinemark, setting an all-time record. With these milestones, Kalki 2898 AD is all set to break even more records, highlighting Prabhas’ enormous star power.

However, ahead of its global release, more than 15 IMAX Hindi shows were unexpectedly canceled, with affected viewers receiving email notifications. The news left Prabhas’ fans heartbroken, with many expressing their displeasure on social media. IMAX screenings in other cities around the world remain unchanged, ensuring fans receive a premium cinematic experience.

The film, directed by Nag Ashwin, stars Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan in pivotal roles. It is produced by Vyjayanthi Movies and features an ensemble cast including Disha Patani, Sobhana, Rajendra Prasad, Pasupathy and Mrunal Thakur. Santhosh Narayanan has composed the multilingual soundtrack for the film, which will be released in various formats, including 3D and 4DX.

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