Kalki 2898-AD

With grand visuals and superlative performances, the film is a visual extravaganza

The force is strong with Nag Ashwin's Kalki 2898 AD whose Hollywood dystopia-meets-Hindu mythology gig is a welcome offering on the shuddh desi sci-fi action fantasy front. What's always buzzing on screen is the nimbly choreographed action and mythological drama enhanced by striking production design and impressive VFX.

Sci-fi wonder, 3D thrill, Big B, yet Kalki falters on contrived plot

Amitabh Bachchan, Prabhas & Deepika Padukone shine in an ambitious blend of Hindu mythology & dystopian future despite some shortcomings.

Kalki 2898 AD has some of the best visuals in an Indian film, but is a bit slow narration-wise.

... is undeniably a larger-than-life visual spectacle that transports viewers into a vividly imagined universe. In fact, the film’s visual quality is so high that it overshadows many of its obvious flaws by engaging the audience into the atmospherics of the make-believe world of Kasi and the Complex.

Kalki 2898 AD is a VFX wonder with a complex and gripping dystopian narrative that showcases impressive technical filmmaking.

If you’re patient with the early sections, the film offers several rewards. And there’s wit, charm, and a wealth of stars making cameos—perhaps the most since Om Shanti Om

Nag Ashwin's sci-fi Kalki 2898 AD is everything you expect it to be. There are flying vehicles, sophisticated weapons, an evil overlord, a selfish but ultimately kind-hearted hero, a damsel-in-distress and a seemingly indestructible protector. This proves to be the film's boon and bane, both.

In terms of ambition, yes. In terms of writing and storytelling, there are niggles. Despite these shortcomings, Kalki is a brave new attempt that deserves big cheers.