The online community was excited to discover that Amitabh Bachchan will portray Ashwatthama in Nag Ashwin's futuristic film Kalki 2898 AD. Ashwatthama is a famous figure in Indian mythology due to his eternal life. A quick glimpse of a rejuvenated Amitabh resembling a young version has sparked interest across the internet.
Bachchan's digitally altered appearance
The creators unveiled a new video, titled 'Introducing Ashwatthama,' on Sunday evening. It depicted an elderly Amitabh interacting with a young boy about his longevity. Scenes from his life flashed by, including one where a rejuvenated version of the megastar is shown. Amitabh maintains his classic serious appearance, complete with a mustache and lengthy black hair. A bright, yellow gem sits on his forehead, likely symbolizing his immortal abilities.
Internet responds
The internet community responds to the situation.
The internet reacted with enthusiasm to the still, expressing their excitement for the upcoming movie. Users commended the team behind #Kalki2898AD for their work on both the technology and the details of the film.
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The 21-second preview was revealed during the exciting Indian Premier League (IPL) game between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Sunday.
Amitabh posted on X platform and revealed his character poster from the movie. He mentioned that working on this project has been a unique experience for him. Amitabh appreciated the innovative thinking behind the film, the use of modern technology in its execution, and the opportunity to work with talented colleagues who have a strong on-screen presence.
– Nag Ashwin, famous for directing Yevade Subramanyam and Mahanati, leads the sci-fi movie. Set in the future, the film is said to be a sci-fi spectacle influenced by mythology. Alongside Nag Ashwin, the star-studded cast includes Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani. Kalki 2898 AD garnered international praise following its impressive premiere at San Diego Comic-Con the previous year.