Nag Ashwin's sci-fi extravaganza Kalki 2898 AD is set to hit theatres on June 27, generating immense anticipation among moviegoers. The film, boasting a stellar cast including Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan and Disha Patani, is undoubtedly one of the most awaited releases of the year. Amid this, the Telangana government has taken a remarkable step by approving additional shows for the film. This move signifies the immense confidence the government has in Kalki 2898 AD's potential to draw massive crowds. Additionally, ticket prices have been hiked for first eight days in the state. Kalki 2898 AD Advance Booking: Over 77K Tickets Sold in North America for Prabhas and Deepika Padukone's Sci-Fi Film.
Telangana movie buffs will be the first to witness the grandeur of the film with a special 5:30 AM show on the release date. A representative from the film's team shared a copy of the government permit on X, confirming the price increase for eight days, from June 27 to July 4. Regular theatres will see a hike of Rs. 70, while multiplexes will experience an Rs. 100 increase. To which, fans expressed concern over the film's early show and price hike, with some concerned it might impact viewership due to end-of-month financial strain. Check out reactions. Kalki 2898 AD Trailer Reaction: Netizens Give Thumbs up to Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan’s Sci-Fi Epic, Call It ‘A Must Watch’.
'Don't Make Movies A Luxury'
Telugu movie industry is facing a tough time with early OTT releases. Adding exorbitant ticket prices for films like #Kalki is a big no! Who will come to theatres if this continues? Let's keep our cinema affordable and accessible, like it's always been. Don’t make movies a luxury pic.twitter.com/6pcDKzHYKj
— Swathiiii 🌸 (@Swathi_Prasad96) June 23, 2024
'Exorbitant Ticket Price'
With that exorbitant ticket price. And month end and that too in June, where most of the families pay up the fees for new academic year.
Yeah, #KALKI2898AD may see below avg openings. Entha hype unte enti ra babu, tickets affordable undali. Whatever, I push KALKI to be a hit. pic.twitter.com/t0U0D3AyyK
— Ashwith Harshavardhan (@avhr797) June 22, 2024
FYI, the sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD unfolds in a ravaged future. Bounty hunter Bhairava (Prabhas) protects a pregnant fugitive (Deepika Padukone) while a legendary warrior (Amitabh Bachchan) awaits the prophesied Kalki's arrival. Opposing them is a ruthless ruler (Kamal Haasan) with a stranglehold on resources.
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