TL;DR: Prabhas-starrer Kalki 2898 AD was expected to make waves at the #Oscars2025 but didn’t even make it to the list of top 26 contenders for Best Visual Effects. Despite missing the Oscar buzz, fans are celebrating it as a visual masterpiece and one of India’s top blockbusters with ₹980 Cr at the box office.
🎬 Kalki’s Oscar Buzz Crashes... Or Did It?
Rumors had the internet buzzing with hopes that Nag Ashwin's Kalki 2898 AD would make the Oscars shortlist, especially in the #VisualEffects category 🎞️. However, the official news hit hard—Kalki didn’t even make it to the preliminary list for Oscar nominations 🏆. Adding salt to the wound, Laapata Ladies was chosen over Kalki for India’s official entry 💔.
💥 Box Office vs. Western Validation—Does It Even Matter?
Even though Kalki fell short of Oscar glory, fans are shrugging off the disappointment. With over ₹980 Cr in collections, Kalki is now the 5th highest-grossing Indian movie ever 🔥. One fan perfectly summed it up online: “We don’t need Western validation to know this was a masterpiece.” 🌐 The film’s blend of futuristic storytelling and mind-blowing #VFX has ensured its place in the hearts of millions ❤️.
🤔 Will Prabhas Bounce Back Stronger?
Prabhas might’ve lost this Oscar race, but with his loyal fan base and star power, this is just a minor bump in the road 🚀. Fans are already excited to see what’s next—whether it’s a Ramayana project or another futuristic blockbuster.
🛑 MediaFx Take: It’s Not Just About the Oscars!
Kalki's Oscar miss proves that awards don’t define greatness 💪. Indian films don’t need trophies to make an impact—they’re already winning hearts globally 🌍. With the right mix of storytelling, technology, and star power, movies like Kalki 2898 AD can push boundaries and set new trends. The Oscars? Just a shiny bonus ✨.
