Behind the Lens with Nag Ashwin: Prime Video Takes Fans Behind the Curtains of Kalki 2898 AD

Prime Video recently launched an exclusive video interview with the visionary director Nag Ashwin, who takes audiences on a behind-the-scenes journey into the making of his genre-bending blockbuster film, Kalki 2898 AD. In this special interview, Ashwin sheds light on his creative process, candidly answering some of the most burning questions about the film. With stunning visuals and high-octane action sequences, his detailed insights reveal the meticulous effort that went into crafting this larger-than-life cinematic experience.

In this exclusive interview, director, Nag Ashwin offers a  glimpse into the making of the film, starting with the breathtaking opening sequence that introduces Prabhas as Bhairava. He reveals Kamal Haasan’s relentless quest for perfection in bringing Supreme Yaskin to life and unravels the intense, high-stakes process behind directing Deepika Padukone’s fiery, Mahabharata-inspired scene. Ashwin also delves into the heart-pounding challenges of filming the epic face-off between Amitabh Bachchan and Prabhas, highlighting the cutting-edge VFX and choreography that made it all possible. He openly shares his starstruck moments working with legends like Kamal Haasan and Amitabh Bachchan, praising their unmatched professionalism. The interview is packed with jaw-dropping trivia about the film’s star-studded cameos, including Dulquer Salmaan, Mrunal Thakur, and Vijay Deverakonda, and Ashwin reflects on the surreal experience of directing iconic filmmakers SS Rajamouli and Ram Gopal Varma.

Produced by Priyanka Dutt, C. Aswani Dutt, and Swapna Dutt, under the banner of Vyjayanthi Movies, Kalki 2989 AD features a powerhouse ensemble cast, including Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani, among many others. This action-adventure film is now streaming in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam on Prime Video.