Updated 10 June 2024 at 18:37 IST
As the eagerly awaited theatrical trailer of Kalki 2898 AD prepares to hit digital screens, anticipation is surging. The movie stars the pan-Indian actor Prabhas, with Nag Ashwin directing. Amid the excitement, compelling buzz suggests that Bengali actor Saswata Chatterjee will play the film’s antagonist. While initial speculation pointed to Kamal Haasan as the villain, he clarified that his role is merely a cameo. Adding weight to the speculation, Chatterjee recently began following the film’s director and official Instagram profile. Fans eagerly await confirmation.
In Kalki 2898 AD, Saswata Chatterjee reportedly steps into the role of Commander Manas, a pivotal character in this post-apocalyptic world. The film, directed by Nag Ashwin and produced by C. Aswani Dutt, is set in the year 2898 AD and draws inspiration from Hindu scriptures.
Commander Manas is an enigmatic figure, shrouded in mystery. As the story unfolds against the backdrop of Indian mythology and a dystopian society in the city of Kasi (Varanasi), Manas becomes a central player in a millennia-spanning journey. From the events of the Mahabharata in 3102 BC (the beginning of Kali Yuga) to the distant future of 2898 AD, the film weaves a tale of epic proportions.
The film’s protagonist, Kalki (played by Prabhas), is the tenth and final avatar of the Hindu deity Vishnu. As the alter ego of Kalki, Commander Manas holds secrets that could change the course of history.
With an ensemble cast that includes Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani, Kalki 2898 AD promises a visual spectacle like no other. As the tension builds and the battle between good and evil intensifies, Saswata Chatterjee’s portrayal of Commander Manas adds depth and complexity to the narrative.
Published 10 June 2024 at 18:37 IST