Saikiran Uppuluri
Saikiran Uppuluri
The highly anticipated sci-fi film “Kalki 2898 AD” starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani has garnered immense attention from movie enthusiasts across the globe. In a recent interview, acclaimed filmmaker Jonathan Nolan, known for his collaborative work with his brother Christopher Nolan on projects like “The Dark Knight” and “Interstellar,” shared his valuable insights and advice for the makers of “Kalki 2898 AD.”
Jonathan Nolan, who is set to release his own sci-fi series “Fallout” on Amazon Prime Video this week, expressed his admiration for the creative prowess of Indian cinema. He acknowledged that Bollywood is currently outpacing Hollywood in the realm of science fiction filmmaking, stating, “Bollywood shoots more sci-fi than Hollywood nowadays.”
When asked about the advice he would offer the makers of “Kalki 2898 AD,” Nolan emphasized the importance of “playfulness” and “world-building” in the genre of science fiction. He said, “One of the reasons why some of the projects that we work on are in that space of science fiction is the fun and thrill of getting a chance to talk a little bit about how the world, what it might become and what you think it should become in some cases.”
Nolan further praised the inherent “practical beauty of on-location photography and incredible stunt work” that he has observed in Indian cinema, suggesting that the filmmakers of “Kalki 2898 AD” should capitalize on these strengths to create a visually captivating and immersive sci-fi experience.
With the release of “Kalki 2898 AD” slated for May 9, 2024, and the potential for its release date to be postponed due to the upcoming elections, the anticipation among moviegoers continues to grow. Nolan’s words of wisdom provide valuable insights for the filmmakers as they strive to deliver a compelling and genre-defining sci-fi tale that will leave a lasting impression on audiences worldwide.
As the countdown to “Kalki 2898 AD” begins, fans eagerly await the realization of this ambitious project, which promises to push the boundaries of Indian cinema and showcase the remarkable talent and creativity that the industry has to offer.
