Kalki 2898 AD box office collection day 1: Prabhas, Deepika Padukone's big-budget eyes for a record-breaking opening of Rs 200 crore

Kalki 2898 AD

Kalki 2898 AD starring Prabhas and Deepika Padukone, is on track to make a historic mark at the global box office on its opening day. The highly anticipated pan-Indian film is eyeing a record-breaking opening, with industry tracker Sacnilk projecting a first-day global release collection of up to Rs 200 crore.

If achieved, this would not only be a record for 2024 but would also place Kalki 2898 AD among the top three biggest opening day hauls in the history of Indian cinema.

Prabhas' Star Power

Prabhas, best known for his role in the two-part Baahubali series, continues to demonstrate his star power despite recent setbacks. Since Baahubali, Prabhas has had a mixed run, with one hit and several big-budget disappointments. Nevertheless, his popularity remains intact, especially in Telugu-speaking regions, which are reporting record-breaking pre-sales for Kalki 2898 AD. The film's advance sales in the Hindi-speaking markets also indicate a significant uptick in interest, further solidifying Prabhas' standing as a major box office draw.

Regional Contributions

The Andhra Pradesh and Telangana regions, Prabhas' home turf, are expected to contribute significantly to the film's earnings, with estimates ranging between Rs 90 crore to Rs 100 crore. North India is also expected to generate substantial revenue on the opening day, surpassing the combined collections from Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Overseas, Kalki 2898 AD is projected to collect between Rs 60 crore and Rs 70 crore on its first day, contributing to a combined global opening of Rs 180 crore to Rs 210 crore.

Comparative Box Office Records

Prabhas has previously delivered some of the biggest opening weekend hauls in Indian cinema. His films Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (Rs 391 crore), Saaho (Rs 237 crore), and Adipurush (Rs 261 crore) are among the highest-grossing openings. SS Rajamouli's RRR holds the current record for the biggest opening day haul with Rs 223 crore worldwide, followed by Baahubali 2 with Rs 214 crore, and Salaar with Rs 165 crore. Prabhas now aims to surpass these benchmarks with Kalki 2898 AD.

Star-Studded Cast and Wide Release

Kalki 2898 AD boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani. The film is set to release in multiple languages—Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil—and will be available in various formats, including IMAX. The wide release strategy aims to maximize the film's reach and cater to diverse audiences across different regions.

Marketing and Promotion

The film's marketing campaign has been extensive, leveraging Prabhas' immense popularity and the star-studded cast to generate buzz. The trailers and promotional materials have highlighted the film's high production values and compelling narrative, further fueling audience anticipation. The strategic release date and the pre-release hype suggest that Kalki 2898 AD is poised for a monumental box office debut.