Director Nag Ashwin’s sci-fi epic ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ continues to make waves at the box office, although its performance saw a slight decline on its second Wednesday, marking Day 14 of its release. The film garnered ₹7.5 crore net in India on Day 14, according to data from Sacnilk.com. With this, the film’s total collection in India now stands at ₹536.75 crore.
The Hindi version of the film took the lead on Day 14, contributing ₹4.75 crore to the overall collection. The Telugu version followed closely with ₹1.7 crore. The Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam versions contributed ₹0.55 crore, ₹0.1 crore, and ₹0.4 crore respectively.
Globally, the film has reportedly earned an estimated ₹859.7 crore. However, the makers have shared an update on social media platforms, claiming a worldwide gross of ₹900 crore, showcasing the film’s massive appeal.
The film’s impressive collection in its first week, reaching ₹414 crore in India, is a testament to its popularity. The Telugu version led with ₹212.25 crore, followed by Hindi at ₹162.5 crore, Tamil at ₹23.1 crore, Kannada at ₹2.8 crore, and Malayalam at ₹14.2 crore.
‘Kalki 2898 AD’ boasts a star-studded cast, including Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, Disha Patani, and Prabhas. The film has been a topic of discussion since its announcement, attracting considerable attention for its ambitious scale and captivating storyline.
While the Hindi film industry has witnessed a challenging first half of 2024 with several big-budget films failing to perform well at the box office, ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ stands as a ray of hope. The film’s success, particularly its Hindi dubbed version, has breathed life into Bollywood, providing much-needed relief to the industry.
Trade analysts have acknowledged the positive impact of ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ on the Hindi film exhibition sector, highlighting its contribution in reversing the recent decline in business. The film’s success underlines the audience’s preference for high-quality entertainment, regardless of language barriers, and serves as a reminder of the potential of pan-India films in driving the box office.
