In a surprising turn of events, Prabhas’ latest sci-fi film Kalki 2898 AD has surpassed Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan to become the fourth highest-grossing film ever in India. Released on June 27, 2023, Kalki 2898 AD directed by Nag Ashwin has achieved remarkable box office success. Meanwhile, Jawan, directed by Atlee, debuted in September 2023.
Prabhas’s Kalki 2898 AD Breaks Records
After over a month in theaters, Kalki 2898 AD has made an impressive impact at the box office. The film has accumulated over ₹760 crore gross (₹640 crore nett) in India, surpassing the total earnings of Jawan, which also grossed ₹760 crore. This achievement places Kalki 2898 AD ahead of Jawan in both net and gross collections.
The film’s success is driven by its strong performance across different language versions. The Hindi version of Kalki 2898 AD leads with around ₹350 crore gross (₹290 crore net), followed closely by the Telugu version with ₹335 crore gross. The Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada versions have contributed approximately ₹75 crore combined.
Top 3 Highest-Grossing Films in India
Even with its remarkable performance, Kalki 2898 AD still trails behind the top three highest-grossing films in India. At the top is Prabhas’ own Baahubali 2, which holds the record with ₹1417 crore gross (₹1030 crore net). Following closely is KGF: Chapter 2 with ₹1001 crore gross (₹860 crore nett), and RRR rounds out the top three with ₹916 crore gross (₹782 crore nett).
About Kalki 2898 AD
Kalki 2898 AD is not just a box office hit but also a visual spectacle. The film reached a global box office milestone, crossing ₹1,000 crore in total collections last month. The production house Vyjayanthi Movies celebrated this achievement, expressing gratitude to audiences worldwide for their support.
Directed by Nag Ashwin, Kalki 2898 AD features a star-studded cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, and Deepika Padukone. The film is a blend of mythology and sci-fi action, released in six languages: Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, and English. With a reported budget of ₹600 crore, it is one of the most expensive films ever made in India. The movie was initially known as Project K before its release.
About Jawan
Jawan is a 2023 action thriller that marks Atlee’s debut in Hindi cinema. Produced by Gauri Khan and Gaurav Verma under Red Chillies Entertainment, the film stars Shah Rukh Khan in a dual role as both a father and son. Supporting roles include Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone, Priyamani, and Sanya Malhotra.
Kalki 2898 AD has carved out a significant place in Indian cinema, overtaking Jawan in box office earnings and joining the ranks of the country’s top-grossing films. With its impressive performance and substantial budget, it is a landmark achievement for Indian cinema.
