Some folks criticized the makers of Kalki 2898 AD for their promotional efforts, but every promo they released hit home with the audience. The Hindi advance bookings for this Prabhas starrer surprised everyone, even the trade experts. The movie is pulling in phenomenal bookings, even in the mass areas.
The national chain advances for 2024 saw the Hindi adaptation of Kalki 2898 AD take the third rank. On its first day of release in PIC (PVR, Inox, Cinepolis), this mythological sci-fi film sold 1,25,000 tickets, only slightly behind Mr. and Mrs. Mahi and Fighter. Kalki tied for the third spot with Article 370.
However, Mr. And Mrs. Mahi and Article 370 had a boost from Cinema Lovers Day (tickets were just Rs. 99). Kalki is set to open much bigger than these two because its average ticket price is higher. Directed by Nag Ashwin, the film is expected to open around 20-25 crore nett in the Hindi market. If the audience feedback is positive, it could soar even higher.