Keeping It Simple, Kamal Haasan Takes Economy Flight to ‘Kalki 2’ Sets

Veteran actor Kamal Haasan has once again grabbed attention for his grounded approach, this time by opting to travel in economy class on an IndiGo flight to Hyderabad for the shooting of Vyjayanthi Films ’ highly anticipated sequel, Kalki 2 . Instead of taking a private charter, the actor reportedly chose a regular commercial flight and headed directly to the film’s sets.

The move has sparked conversations within the film industry, especially as Kamal Haasan has recently been vocal about the need to reduce extravagant spending in movie productions. The actor has been advocating practical budgeting and disciplined production planning at a time when the industry is facing mounting financial pressures and fluctuating box-office returns.

Kalki 2 is the sequel to the blockbuster sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD, produced by Vyjayanthi Movies and directed by Nag Ashwin. The first installment featured a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan in a powerful extended cameo.

Kamal Haasan played the mysterious and menacing Supreme Yaskin, a pivotal antagonist whose brief appearance in the climax created major anticipation for the sequel. His transformation and screen presence became one of the most talked-about aspects of the film, with audiences eager to see his character take center stage in the next chapter.

With shooting now progressing in Hyderabad, excitement around Kalki 2 continues to build as fans await the return of its expansive futuristic universe and ensemble cast.