The makers of Kalki 2898 AD 2 marked Prabhas’ birthday by sharing a special video that offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the actor returning to the sets of the upcoming sequel. The footage features Prabhas in his character Bhairava’s look, with director Nag Ashwin seen guiding him through a scene.
Shared on social media, the video gives fans a brief look at the filming process while offering a glimpse of Prabhas reprising his role from the 2024 film. The makers accompanied the post with a birthday message, referring to the actor as the “Superhero of Indian cinema” and the “Darling of every generation.”
The post read, “To the superhero of Indian cinema… Happy Birthday to the Darling of every generation, Rebel Star #Prabhas. We are excited to embark on another epic cinematic journey with you… #Kalki2898AD #HappyBirthdayPrabhas.”
In Kalki 2898 AD, Prabhas played Bhairava, a bounty hunter navigating a dystopian future shaped by mythology and futuristic technology. His character was among the central figures in the film, which also starred Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan and Disha Patani. The birthday video offers an early look at the actor’s return to the role, although the makers have not revealed further details about the sequel’s storyline.
Directed by Nag Ashwin, Kalki 2898 AD was released in 2024 and drew from Indian mythology to build a science-fiction narrative set in a dystopian world awaiting the arrival of Kalki, the prophesied tenth avatar of Lord Vishnu. The film went on to receive two National Film Awards, adding to its recognition following its theatrical release.
Details about Kalki 2898 AD 2, including its plot and release date, remain under wraps. The latest video, however, confirms that Prabhas is returning as Bhairava and provides a glimpse of the actor and director working together on the next instalment of the franchise.