Amitabh Bachchan’s Injury: A Moment of Fear on Kalki 2898 AD Set. It’s noteworthy that the renowned Amitabh Bachchan only made two films in 2024: Vettaiyan (Tamil) and Kalki 2898 AD (Telugu). He displayed his action avatar in one, and his statesmanlike traits in another. Nag Ashwin, the director of Kalki 2898 AD, talked candidly about how the veteran joined this high-octane action movie in a recent interview with journalist Prema. “I think Bachchan sir is still a child in his heart. He loves action films. In fact, he is the OG action hero of our country, right? I think just the idea of the action excited him a little,” said the filmmaker.

A Moment of Fear on Kalki 2898 AD Set

Ashwin shared that the world of Kalki in 2898 AD was also a game-changer, stating that Bachchan’s belief in the text and the vision was what brought him into the cosmos. “He knew it was challenging, and something special. He took that leap of faith. In fact, he was one of the first people we approached for Kalki. I think both Prabhas and him were approached around the same time,” said the director. He also opened up about the heavy action sequences and appreciated the veteran actor for his contribution. He praised Bachchan that as an actor he was aware of what it takes for a movie.

Recollecting the horrifying moment that happened on the sets Ashwin said, “When he had that catch, we didn’t know what to do. We were like ‘India is going to scold us now’ and all of us were scared. But yeah, Bachchan sir knew what it takes.”

Despite the employment of body doubles Ashwin claimed that Amitabh fulfilled his obligations due to his passion for action movies. “He used to tell us stories about the kind of action sequences he used to be a part of in his heyday. He told us about the injuries he suffered. In fact, whenever Bachchan sir and Prabhas are working together, they speak about action sequences, injuries, etc… and we’d be in awe,” said Ashwin

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