Prabhas’ movie Kalki 2898 AD released globally today, on June 27. This sci-fi film, directed by Nag Ashwin, has become the talk of the town. It narrates a story from the pages of Indian mythology. Prabhas is playing the role of Bhairava in the film. If you see the trailer and teaser, Prabhas is shown as Kalki in Kalki 2898AD. So who is Kalki? According to the Srimad Bhagavatam, Kalki is the 10th incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Many other questions regarding Kalki might pop up in your head while watching this film, and rightly so. Let us answer some of these questions for you.
Kalki’s birthplace
In the trailer of Kalki 2898AD, there is a mention of Kashi. It has been described as the first and last city on earth. Kashi (Varanasi) is located in Uttar Pradesh. Even Srimad Bhagavatam Purana mentions UP. Kalki was born to a Brahmin named Vishnuyasha of Sambal Village in Moradabad.
Date of birth
There are some popular arguments about the incarnation of Kalki. Kalki incarnates on Shukla Paksha Sashti in the month of Shravana. Kalki is born between the months of July and August according to the English calendar. There are some Hindu scriptures that say that Kalki will descend on earth on the 21st Paksha of Lord Krishna’s birth. Some others argued that Kalki was born on the day of Krishnashtami in the month of Margasira.
Kalki’s Duty
Kalki kills the devils who are oppressing people on Earth. As part of Srishti’s protection, he exterminates the demons Koka and Vikoka. Kaliyuga will liberate people from them. Director Nag Ashwin also hinted at this.
End of Kali Yuga
According to the Puranas, Kali Yuga demon Kali has tortured people. Unable to tolerate the torture, when people seek refuge in God, Lord Vishnu will take the avatar of Kalki, to kill Kali. He eliminates the rakshasa and brings an end to the Kali Yuga. With this, Kali Yuga will end and Satya Yuga will begin
Weapon and vehicle
Kalki is skilled in 64 arts. He gave birth to the Vedas. Capable of facing anything, Kalki is dressed accordingly. Kalki uses a sharp sword in combat. He fights on a horse named Devdatta. With the help of these, he kills the evil forces and ushers the age of truth. Puranas say that Lord Shiva also helps Kalki in his fight.
Family
Lord Kalki has three brothers Kavi, Pragya and Sumantra. According to mythology, Kalki marries two princesses, Padmavati and Rama. They had children who were named Vijaya, Meghamala and Balahaka.
Kalki’s reign
After killing the demon Kali, Kalki stays on earth for 20 years. He rules the kingdom of Shambhala. After completing her birth duties, Padmavati goes to Vaikuntha, accompanied by Rama
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