Kalki 2898 AD is an Indian epic dystopian science fiction action film written and directed by Nag Ashwin. Produced by C. Aswani Dutt under Vyjayanthi Movies, the film was primarily shot in Telugu with some scenes reshot in Hindi. Inspired by Hindu scriptures, the narrative is set in a post-apocalyptic world in the year 2898 AD. The film stars Prabhas in the lead role, supported by an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, Disha Patani, and Brahmanandam.
First announced in February 2020, the production of **Kalki 2898 AD** experienced a year-long delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Filming commenced in July 2021 at a futuristic set in Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad, and proceeded intermittently over the next three years, concluding in March 2024. With a production budget of ₹600 crore (US$72 million), **Kalki 2898 AD** is among the most expensive Indian films ever made. The film's music is composed by Santhosh Narayanan, with cinematography by Djordje Stojiljkovic, production design by Nitin Zihani Choudhary, and editing by Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao.