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Kalki 2898 AD is an epic sci-fi film that mixes Hindu mythology with futuristic elements.Directed by Nag Ashwin, the story is set in a post-apocalyptic world in the year 2898 AD, where the city of Kashi has transformed from a place of beauty and wisdom into a desolate wasteland. The story revolves around the arrival of Kalki, the tenth avatar of Lord Vishnu, who is prophesied to save the world.

Story Summary

The story begins with the backstory of Ashwatthama (Amitabh Bachchan), who is cursed with immortality after the events of the Mahabharat. This curse forces him to stay on the earth, waiting for the arrival of Kalki, the tenth avatar of Lord Vishnu, who is believed to restore order and eliminate evil.

In this dark world, Supreme Yaskin (Kamal Haasan) rules over Kashi from a massive structure known as the Complex. He is on a quest to find a woman who can carry a child for an extended period, as he seeks to extend his own life through a  project K that involves capturing fertile women. The story introduces SU-M80 (Deepika Padukone), an employee at the Complex who is secretly pregnant, despite being considered infertile. Her pregnancy is a crucial, as she is believed to be the mother of Kalki. As the story moves, we see Bhairava (Prabhas), a bounty hunter who seeks to capture SU-M80 for the reward but eventually saves her from commander Manas(Saswata Chatterjee). His journey leads him to cross paths with Ashwatthama, who is determined to protect SU-M80 and her unborn child from the clutches of Yaskin and his commander, Manas.

Build-Up and Themes

The film builds tension through various plot twists and character developments. The rebels from the hidden city of Shambhala play a significant role, as they are the last hope against Yaskin. They believe in the arrival of Kalki and are committed to protecting SUM80 at all costs.

The story explores the struggles of these rebels, their belief in ancient believes, and their fight. As the film progresses, the stakes get higher. The bounty on SUM80 leads to intense action sequences, particularly between Bhairava and Ashwatthama. The film's climax revolves around the fate of SUM80 and her child, with Ashwatthama's mission to protect them.

The first half of the film can drag with unnecessary comedic elements, the second half picks up significantly, especially with the return of Amitabh Bachchan, who brings a lot of energy to his action scenes.

Future Installments

Kalki 2898 AD serves as a precursor to a larger cinematic universe. In the highly anticipated sequel to Kalki 2898 AD, the story will focus on the birth of Kalki and the epic battle that ensues to save the earth from Supreme Yaskin rule.

Conclusion

Overall, Kalki 2898 AD is a grand spectacle that combines mythology with a futuristic narrative. While it has its flaws, especially in pacing and character development, the visual experience and action sequences make it worth watching. 

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