Hyderabad, Telangana: On the occasion of actor Prabhas’ 47th birthday, the creators of the blockbuster film ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ surprised fans with an exclusive behind-the-scenes video.
The clip offers a sneak peek into Prabhas’ return to the sets of the much-anticipated sequel, ‘Kalki 2898 AD 2’, signaling the continuation of the popular franchise.
The video captures Prabhas, dressed as his character Bhairava, actively engaged on set, with director Nag Ashwin guiding him through a scene. It provides a rare glimpse into the making of the sequel, showcasing the actor preparing to immerse himself once again in the dystopian world of ‘Kalki 2898 AD’.
Sharing the video, the makers extended birthday wishes to Prabhas, hailing him as the ‘Superhero of Indian cinema’ and the ‘Darling of every generation’. Their message read, “To the superhero of Indian cinema. Happy Birthday to the Darling of every generation, Rebel Star Prabhas. We are excited to embark on another epic cinematic journey with you. Kalki 2898 AD. Happy Birthday, Prabhas.”
‘Kalki 2898 AD’, released in 2024, earned widespread acclaim for Prabhas’ portrayal of Bhairava and emerged as one of the highest-grossing films of the year. The film recently added two National Film Awards to its accolades. Directed by Nag Ashwin, the original movie featured an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani. Set in a future rooted in Indian mythology, the film explores a world awaiting Kalki, the prophesied tenth avatar of Lord Vishnu. While details about ‘Kalki 2898 AD 2’ remain scarce, this birthday reveal has significantly heightened audience expectations for the next installment.