Nag Ashwin Talks Mahesh Babu as Lord Krishna in 'Kalki 2898 AD' Sequel

30 Dec 2024 07:51 AM

Success of 'Kalki 2898 AD' and the Krishna Role
Kalki 2898 AD was a major hit in 2024, blending futuristic themes with ancient Indian epics. Directed by Nag Ashwin, the film starred Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan. A pivotal scene featuring a silhouette of Lord Krishna sparked discussions about the possibility of Mahesh Babu playing Krishna in the sequel.

Nag Ashwin's Comments on Mahesh Babu Playing Krishna
In a recent interview, Nag Ashwin addressed rumors regarding Mahesh Babu joining the Kalki universe as Lord Krishna. Ashwin mentioned that although Krishna's full face was not shown in the first film, he believes Mahesh Babu would be an ideal choice for the role if a full-length character is introduced in the sequel. Ashwin praised Babu’s performance in Khaleja and expressed confidence that he could "pull off" the Krishna role.

Box Office Performance and Guest Appearances
Released on June 27, 2024, Kalki 2898 AD earned over Rs 1000 crore worldwide, making it one of the year's biggest hits. Apart from the lead cast, the film featured special appearances from Mrunal Thakur, Vijay Devarakonda, Dulquer Salmaan, and notable filmmakers SS Rajamouli and Ram Gopal Varma, all contributing to the film’s immense popularity.

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