Director Nag Ashwin, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film Kalki 2898, has finally broken his silence on the controversy surrounding Prabhas‘ role in the movie. In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Ashwin revealed that he was ‘disappointed’ with the way the situation was handled and believes that veteran actor Arshad Warsi should have chosen his words better.

The Controversy

For those who are unaware, the controversy began when Arshad Warsi, who was initially signed to play the role of a villain in Kalki 2898, walked out of the project due to ‘creative differences’ with the director. Shortly after, Prabhas was announced as the new villain in the film, which led to a lot of speculation and debate among fans and critics alike.

Ashwin’s Reaction

When asked about the controversy, Ashwin expressed his disappointment with the way the situation was handled. ‘I was really disappointed with the way things went down. I think Arshad Saab should have chosen his words better. He is a senior actor and I respect him a lot. I think he could have handled the situation in a more dignified manner,’ he said.

On Prabhas‘ Involvement

Ashwin also clarified that Prabhas was not brought in as a replacement for Arshad Warsi, but rather as a new addition to the cast. ‘Prabhas was always a part of the film. He was supposed to play a pivotal role, which we had discussed even before we started shooting. Arshad Saab was supposed to play the villain, but unfortunately, things didn’t work out,’ he explained.

Future Plans

Despite the controversy, Ashwin is optimistic about the future of Kalki 2898. ‘We are gearing up for the release and we are very excited about it. The film has turned out really well and we can’t wait for the audience to see it,’ he said.

Conclusion

It seems like the controversy surrounding Kalki 2898 has finally been put to rest. With Prabhas on board, the film is set to release soon and fans are eagerly waiting to see what the director has in store for them. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project!

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