Days after the online release of the trailer for Nag Ashwin's highly anticipated film "Kalki 2898 AD," which features leading stars Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan, a controversy emerged when a Hollywood concept artist accused the filmmakers of illegally copying his work. Sung Choi, a concept artist known for his work with major studios like Marvel, Disney, and Warner Bros, claimed that the film had used his artwork without authorization. He took to social media to share a frame from his work created a decade ago, comparing it to a similar frame from the trailer of "Kalki 2898 AD." ALSO READ: WOW! Anand Mahindra Takes A Ride Of Kalki 2898 AD’s Fifth Hero And Futuristic Vehicle ‘Bujji’ – WATCH VIDEO
Choi's accusations quickly gained attention, with netizens rallying in support of the artist and criticizing the alleged plagiarism. The artist expressed his disappointment in the unauthorized use of his work, questioning the ethics of creating art in such an environment. The filmmakers have yet to respond to Choi's claims, leaving the situation unresolved. This controversy is not the first time "Kalki 2898 AD" has faced allegations of imitating other works. When the film's posters were released, they were compared to those of Timothy Chalamet's "Dune." However, director Nag Ashwin defended the similarities, attributing them to the common element of sand in both projects. ALSO READ: Kalki 2898 AD New Poster OUT! Netizens EXCITED As Prabhas, Deepika Padukone's Film Locks June Release Date
In addition to Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan, "Kalki 2898 AD" boasts a star-studded cast including Disha Patani, Kamal Haasan, SS Rajamouli, and Dulquer Salmaan. Despite the controversy, the film is set to hit theaters on June 27, 2024. The allegations of plagiarism have cast a shadow over the highly anticipated release of "Kalki 2898 AD," prompting discussions about artistic integrity and intellectual property rights. As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the filmmakers will address the accusations and whether they will take steps to rectify the situation.
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