Prabhas-Fronted Blockbuster 'Kalki 2898 AD' Sets Japan Release

Hyderabad, October 9 - One of the biggest Indian blockbusters of the year, Pan India superstar Prabhas-fronted sci-fi action drama Kalki 2898 AD is gearing up for its release in Japan and other international territories with Russia and China in the consideration.

According to Variety, Nag Ashwin directed Kalki 2898 AD will be released in Japanese cinemas in early 2025 through Twin, the distribution company headed by industry veteran Kabata Keizo. The studio previously released SS Rajamouli's directorial RRR which is currently the highest-grossing Indian title in Japan.



Prabhas is a popular Indian star in Japan. His Baahubali 2 and Saaho are among the highest-grossing Indian titles in the anime country. If Kalki 2898 AD gets a positive reception, it can repeat the success of those movies.

Apart from Japan, Kalki is also set for a Russian release, with a dubbed version expected to hit theatres in the coming months. The makers are also exploring the options to release the movie in China which hasn't been a regular international market for Indian movies.

Produced by C. Aswani Dutt, Swapna Dutt and Priyanka Dutt under the banner of Vyjayanthi Movies, Kalki 2898 AD was released in June this year and grossed around 1050 crores at the worldwide box office, including 275 crore overseas collection. It is the highest-grossing Indian title of the year and the 7th Indian movie of all time to top 1000 crores globally.

Meanwhile, a sequel to Kalki is already confirmed with 35% of the shoot completed and the remaining shoot will resume next year for a 2027 release.

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