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Kalki 2898 AD first reactions: Stars rain love on Nag Ashwin’s sci-fi utopia

The eagerly awaited Kalki 2898 AD, with its signature fanfare, has finally entered into theatres. Expectations, speculations, and excitement around the film have been at an all-time-high ever since the release was announced, and with the tapes rolling, it is time for the verdict on the first-of-its-kind sci-fi Telugu film. Fans of Kalki 2898 AD and its starring actors may sit comfortably knowing that the first reactions and reviews seem to say that the movie has exceeded expectations! Cinema halls in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh were full to the brim since the crack of dawn, as even the 4:30 am shows saw huge crowds.

The first-day first show viewers expressed contentedness with the film with comments like, “The movie was on par with Hollywood productions”, and, “The visualisation, screenplay, and the direction were all outstanding.”

Other viewers remarked that the depiction of Hindu lore was done to international standards and found it very interesting. “The ending of Kali Yuga, and what comes after it – this was portrayed well”, they said.

Prabhas’ acting received equal praise, as did all of the main cast’s. The second half and the climax were the best parts of the movie, according to reviews.

It is not just the everyday movie buff, though – stars were equally impressed, and most took to X to share their love and support! Recently made Oscar Academy member, S S Rajamouli (who also has a cameo in the film, said that Kalki 2898 AD took him to a different world altogether:

 

Speaking of directors, Ajay R Gnanamuthu also shared his experience – but just in emojis. A picture paints a thousand words, after all.

Politicans, too, were thrilled by Kalki 2898 AD. Nara Lokesh, the newly appointed Minister of HR and IT in Andhra Pradesh conveyed his congratulations to Nag Ashwin, and praised him for propelling Telugu cinema to global heights. Indian Politician Manoj Tiwari, too, passed his judgement with 4.5/5 stars. Kalki 2898 AD seems to have people from all walks of life in the palm of its hands.

Vijay Deverakonda, the ‘Family Star’, who also made an exciting cameo in the film showed his support as well!

With majorly positive reactions and reviews making headlines, Kalki 2898 AD is set to make a lasting mark on Indian cinema!

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