“Kalki 2898 AD” opened to a strong worldwide response as expected. In some areas, it opened massively, while in others, it grossed normally. Because of its dystopian sci-fi thriller genre, which is difficult for rural audiences to follow, the film performed on a modest note in Andhra Pradesh.
“Kalki 2898 AD” mainly did superbly in Nizam, overseas, and in urban pockets across other Indian states. The film collected about Rs 16.3 Cr in Nizam on the first day. In Ceded, it collected a share of Rs 5.5 Cr. The Vizag region has raked in Rs 4.5 Cr.
All-time record in North America
In North America, the film set a new all-time record for Indian cinema. The film grossed nearly $5.8 million on its first day, including premiere shows. It is an all-time record for an Indian film. “Kalki 2898 AD” also did well in UK and Australia. Overall, the first-day overseas collections are massive.
Rs 24 Cr for Hindi version in India
The Hindi version of “Kalki 2898 AD” grossed approximately Rs 24 crore (nett) in India. However, the film underperformed in Karnataka. In Tamilnadu, it collected about Rs 4 crore (nett) despite the presence of Kamal Haasan.
