'Kalki 2898 AD' director Nag Ashwin: 'Star Wars' had a huge influence on me
5 months, 2 weeks ago

'Kalki 2898 AD' director Nag Ashwin: 'Star Wars' had a huge influence on me

India Today  

When the trailer for Kalki 2898 AD was released, the internet was quick to compare it with many Hollywood films like Dune, Mad Max movies, Star Wars and others. When asked if subconsciously Dune and Star Wars influenced the making of Kalki, Ashwin said, “I am a huge Lord of the Rings fan. But the closest I came to writing was Kalki, which I could make into a film.” Talking about comparisons with Dune, Nag Ashwin stated, “I had never read Dune till just before the movie came, and I think it's a beautiful piece of work. Star Wars definitely was a huge influence on me growing up.” Starring Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan in pivotal roles, Kalki 2898 AD has found favour with critics as well as with the general audience.

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Arshad Warsi's Comments on 'Kalki 2898 AD' Sparks Outrage
2 months ago

Arshad Warsi's Comments on 'Kalki 2898 AD' Sparks Outrage

The Hindu  

Arshad Warsi has responded to the backlash he received for his remarks on Kalki 2898 AD. The actor said he will love every film and every actor rest of his life, and he will be cautious about making comments in public. He added that he looked at the positive side of the entire issue, and he said that it's a …

Nag Ashwin reveals not Harry Potter, but these 2 Hollywood movies inspired Kalki 2898 AD
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Nag Ashwin reveals not Harry Potter, but these 2 Hollywood movies inspired Kalki 2898 AD

Hindustan Times  

Nag Ashwin's dystopian sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD has been getting a lot of praise for its immersive and imaginative worldbuilding. Nag Ashwin says Kalki 2898 AD isn't inspired by Harry Potter What Nag said When Nag was asked if Marvel's Iron Man franchise was an inspiration too, Nag said, “We grew up watching Marvel films. However, he denied that …

Not Harry Potter, Nag Ashwin was inspired by these Hollywood films for Kalki 2898 AD
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Not Harry Potter, Nag Ashwin was inspired by these Hollywood films for Kalki 2898 AD

India Today  

Filmmaker Nag Ashwin, whose sci-fi drama, Kalki 2898 AD, continues to dominate the box office, recently shared that he was inspired by two Hollywood films during the making of his film. I love Star Wars, so that is subconsciously a part of my aesthetic.” Denying taking inspiration for Kamal Haasan's character from Harry Potter's chief antagonist, Lord Voldemort, Ashwin added, …

'Kalki' director Nag Ashwin calls Prabhas 'biggest box office star of the era'
5 months, 3 weeks ago

'Kalki' director Nag Ashwin calls Prabhas 'biggest box office star of the era'

India Today  

Nag Ashwin, the director of the sci-fi film 'Kalki 2898 AD,' praised Prabhas, calling him the 'biggest box office star of the era.' The film, which also stars Amitabh Bachchan and Deepika Padukone, was released in theatres on June 27 and has been performing exceptionally well at the box office. Nag Ashwin, sharing a BTS picture of his 'Kalki' star …

'Every frame is to Marvel at...' Varun Dhawan heaps praises on Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan's Kalki 2898 AD
5 months, 3 weeks ago

'Every frame is to Marvel at...' Varun Dhawan heaps praises on Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan's Kalki 2898 AD

India TV News  

Nag Ashwin's directorial venture Kalki 2898 AD is making waves everywhere. Kalki 2898 AD gets reviewd by Varun Dhawan People on social media have even called it a 'masterpiece'. Along with the common people, many film stars have praised Kalki 2898 AD. Big celebs praise Kalki 2898 AD Apart from Varun, big stars like Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna and Allu Arjun have …

Kalki 2898 AD: Stunning visuals to a tedious first half, diving into what works and what doesn’t
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Kalki 2898 AD: Stunning visuals to a tedious first half, diving into what works and what doesn’t

Hindustan Times  

Telugu director Nag Ashwin has undertaken one of the most ambitious movie projects in India with Kalki 2898 AD, his Hollywood-style dystopian sci-fi flick with an inherent Indian mythological theme. While Nag Ashwin has to be commended for his attempt to create a sci-fi tentpole film in Indian cinema, Kalki 2898 AD is definitely not without its flaws. movie review: …

Nag Ashwin clarifies Kalki 2898 AD won't be a franchise like Star Wars: ‘It’s one film and I think that's enough'
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Nag Ashwin clarifies Kalki 2898 AD won't be a franchise like Star Wars: ‘It’s one film and I think that's enough'

Hindustan Times  

Nag Ashwin’s upcoming project Kalki 2898 AD is one of Prabhas’ much-awaited projects. Prabhas in a still from Kalki 2898 AD ‘Kalki is not Star Wars’ A student drew parallels between Kalki 2898 AD and the popular franchise when he asked the director, “Will the film be India’s Star Wars? Are you planning to build an entire universe around it?” …

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