Kalki 2898 AD, the post-apocalyptic film is inspired by Hindu scriptures and set in the year 2898 AD. The mythology-inspired sci-fi extravaganza is set in the future, and also features Deepika Padukone,

Following the mixed reception of Kalki 2898 AD, director Nag Ashwin is reportedly setting his sights on a major female-led film, with Alia Bhatt emerging as the frontrunner for the lead role.

Alia Bhatt has reportedly signed ‘Kalki’ director, Nag Ashwin’s next female-centric film. Mid-Day reports that Bhatt has given her nod to the project, another giant pan-India film after her appearance in SS Rajamouli’s ‘RRR’.

Nag Ashwin’s last film, Kalki 2898 AD starring Deepika Padukone, Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Disha Patani among others revolved around a dystopian world. The film shows a story where Kalki is about to be born to rid the people of their miseries and Amitabh Bachchan plays the role of Ashwatthama who has the duty to protect the unborn child.

She is the most sought-after actor these days. Despite the box office failure of Jigra, Alia Bhatt has a steady line up of work including Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love and War which kicks off this month;