Overview

• Nag Ashwin disclosed that the 2008 trailer for Christopher Nolan’s Inception left him deeply disheartened, leading to a week-long period of depression.
• At the time, Ashwin had been working on a concept centered on memories, which he felt was strikingly similar to Nolan's dream-focused story.
• The emotional setback became a turning point, ultimately fueling his evolution into a leading voice in Indian sci-fi cinema.
• Ashwin's 2024 film Kalki 2898 AD, blending Indian mythology with futuristic storytelling, was a critical and commercial milestone despite some criticism of its visual effects.
• He is now actively developing a sequel to Kalki 2898 AD, signaling his commitment to expanding the ambitious cinematic universe he has created.