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Balakrishna’s daughter Tejeswini shows off moves to Alia Bhatt song; fans compare her to her cousin Jr NTR. Watch

Balakrishna’s daughter Tejeswini shows off moves to Alia Bhatt song; fans compare her to her cousin Jr NTR. Watch

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Telugu actor Nandamuri Balakrishna’s son, Mokshagna Teja, might want to follow in his father’s footsteps, but his daughters, Nara Brahmani and Tejeswini, have mostly been away from the limelight. Which is why fans were shocked when Tejeswini uploaded a video of her dancing her heart out to a Bollywood number. Fans couldn’t help but compare her to her cousin, Jr NTR. Tejeswini is Nandamuri Balakrishna’s daughter and Jr NTR’s cousin. Tejeswini shows off moves to Alia Bhatt song “Once in a while, dance your heart out! (dancing girl emoji),” wrote Tejeswini, posting a video of her and another dancer showing off their moves to Let’s Nacho from Kapoor & Sons. Starring Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra and Fawad Khan, the song was a massive hit when it was released. Dressed in a blue sweatshirt and tights, Tejeswni dances her heart out to the song, which was soon re-shared by fans on social media. Some even wondered why she never made her silver-screen debut. “Where did you hide this talent till now akka! Just wow,” commented one …

NBK111: Kajal Aggarwal and Nandamuri Balakrishna to reunite after Bhagavanth Kesari, replacing Nayanthara? REPORT

NBK111: Kajal Aggarwal and Nandamuri Balakrishna to reunite after Bhagavanth Kesari, replacing Nayanthara? REPORT

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Nandamuri Balakrishna and director Gopichandh Malineni are set to join hands for a film tentatively titled NBK111. Earlier, it was announced that Nayanthara would play the lead role alongside the Daaku Maharaj actor, but it now seems that the plans may change. Kajal Aggarwal to replace Nayanthara in Nandamuri Balakrishna’s NBK111? According to a report by Gulte, Kajal Aggarwal is being considered to replace Nayanthara in the upcoming Nandamuri Balakrishna starrer NBK111. Reportedly, Nayanthara’s dates do not align with the schedule, and there are also rumors of issues in remuneration discussions. The actress was earlier announced as the female lead in the movie through a promo video. However, she may now be replaced by Kajal Aggarwal. An official confirmation from the makers is still awaited. Previously, Nandamuri Balakrishna and Kajal Aggarwal starred together in the action drama Bhagavanth Kesari, directed by Anil Ravipudi. The film follows Nelakonda Bhagavanth Kesari, an ex-prisoner who takes on the responsibility of raising Vijayalakshmi after the death of her father, a kind jailer who once helped him. Kajal played the …

NBK112: Not Jr NTR’s Devara Part 2, but Kortala Siva’s next film to be with Nandamuri Balakrishna

NBK112: Not Jr NTR’s Devara Part 2, but Kortala Siva’s next film to be with Nandamuri Balakrishna

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Jr NTR and director Koratala Siva last hit the big screens with Devara: Part 1. While many fans were expecting the filmmaker to collaborate again with the RRR star, it now appears that Siva will next helm a Nandamuri Balakrishna starrer, tentatively titled NBK112. NBK112: Not Jr NTR’s Devara: Part 2, but director Koratala Siva’s next film to star Nandamuri Balakrishnan In a new update shared by the makers, it has been confirmed that Koratala Siva will collaborate with Nandamuri Balakrishna for the tentatively titled NBK112. While further details about the project have not yet been revealed, the team wrote, “The Stars Align. A Festival Awaits.” Here’s the post: Previously, Koratala Siva directed Devara: Part 1, starring Jr NTR. The film follows Devara, a powerful sea warrior who protects a coastal village in the 1980s that is involved in illegal sea smuggling. Upon realizing that these activities harm innocent lives, Devara turns against his comrades, including his friend Bhaira, triggering a violent feud. His mysterious disappearance leaves behind a complicated legacy for his timid son, …

Koratala Siva announces new film with Jr NTR’s uncle Nandamuri Balakrishna, fans wonder if Devara 2 is shelved

Koratala Siva announces new film with Jr NTR’s uncle Nandamuri Balakrishna, fans wonder if Devara 2 is shelved

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Director Koratala Siva has announced his next film after 2024’s Devara: Part 1, starring Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles. He will now be teaming up with Tarak’s uncle, Nandamuri Balakrishna, for his next. Fans, however, are confused if this means that Devara: Part 2 has been shelved. After Jr NTR’s Devara, Koratala Siva has announced a new film with Balakrishna. Koratala Siva’s upcoming film with Balakrishna On Friday, production house Yuvasudha Arts announced that Siva’s next film will be with Balakrishna. They wrote, “The Stars Align. A Festival Awaits. #NBKxKoratalaSiva #NBK112.” The text on the poster they released reads: “Power meets purpose. Mass becomes a moment. Shoot begins soon.” A source close to the unit says, “The director has already locked the script, and regular shooting will commence soon.” Further details regarding the cast and crew have yet to be announced. Internet wonders about Jr NTR’s Devara 2 When Devara was released in 2024, the film received lukewarm reviews and grossed ₹428 crore worldwide. Since then, there have been …

Balakrishna touches on-screen mother Hema Malini’s feet at film festival; fans thrilled to see his humble side. Watch

Balakrishna touches on-screen mother Hema Malini’s feet at film festival; fans thrilled to see his humble side. Watch

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The International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD) 2026 was inaugurated in the national capital on Wednesday, with Delhi CM Rekha Gupta lighting the inaugural lamp. Nandamuri Balakrishna (65), who was there to receive an award, touched his on-screen mother Hema Malini’s (77) feet as soon as he saw her at the event. Videos of the moment are now circulating on social media. Nandamuri Balakrishna greeted Hema Malini at the International Film Festival Delhi by touching her feet. (ANI/X) Balakrishna touches on-screen mother Hema Malini’s feet A video from the IFFD shows Balakrishna all smiles as he bumps into Hema on the red carpet. He immediately touches her feet and takes her blessings before speaking to her. Hema later shook Balakrishna’s hand and even posed for pictures with him on the red carpet before he walked away to greet someone else. Sharing the video, an X (formerly Twitter) user wrote, “Mass lo Maharaju… maryada lo Mahaanubhavudu! (He’s the king of mass, and a noble person when it comes to being respectful)” Another wrote, “Video of the day …

Rana Daggubati, Nani, Ram Charan, Nagarjuna and others descend at Allu Sirish’s pre-wedding reception at Allu Studios | Telugu News

Rana Daggubati, Nani, Ram Charan, Nagarjuna and others descend at Allu Sirish’s pre-wedding reception at Allu Studios | Telugu News

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3 min readHyderabadMar 2, 2026 11:14 PM IST Actor Allu Sirish and Nayanika Reddy hosted a grand pre-wedding reception for the Telugu film industry at Allu Studios, Gandipet-Kokapet on March 2. The evening brought together some of the biggest names in Telugu and South Indian cinema under one roof, all gathered to celebrate Sirish and Reddy ahead of their wedding this Friday. The who’s who of Tollywood made their way to the studios through the evening. Actors Balakrishna, Nagarjuna, Mohan Babu, and Rajendra Prasad were among the senior industry figures who turned up. Nagarjuna came with wife Amala and son Naga Chaitanya. Rana Daggubati, one of Telugu cinema’s most recognizable faces in the pan-India space, was also present at the celebration. Ram Charan, who had also attended the Pelli Koduku ceremony a day earlier, was present at the reception as well. Ram Charan at Allu Sirish and Nayanika Reddy’s pre-wedding reception. The directors’ table had no shortage of talent. Atlee, Boyapati Srinu, Sukumar, VV Vinayak, Srinu Vaitla, Maruthi, Meher Ramesh, Anil Ravipudi, and Malayalam actor-director …

Nandamuri Balakrishna Brings 5th Lowest Debut For A South Indian Film On Netflix Since 2025!

Nandamuri Balakrishna Brings 5th Lowest Debut For A South Indian Film On Netflix Since 2025!

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Akhanda 2 OTT Verdict: Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Film Opens Low On Netflix! (Photo Credit –YouTube) Nandamuri Balakrishna witnessed a lukewarm response to his latest OTT arrival with Akhanda 2. The film arrived on Netflix last week, and its debut did not fetch enough eyeballs! The film was trending in the list of the top 10 non-English films of the week in 7 countries: Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, and Maldives! In India, it secured the third spot after De De Pyaar De 2, and Haq! Could Not Beat Daaku Maharaaj! Interestingly, Nandamuri Balakrishna could not match the debut week numbers of his last Netflix arrival. Daaku Maharaaj started streaming on the platform in 2025, and it registered 2.4 million views on the platform in its debut week! Akhanda 2 OTT Verdict As per the data by Netflix from January 5 – 11, 2026, Akhanda 2, in its debut week, garnered a viewership of 2 million on Netflix against 5.6 million viewing hours and secured the 4th spot in the globally trending list of top 10 non-English …

Nandamuri Balakrishna Starrer Ends Its Disappointing Run With Almost 53% Deficit!

Nandamuri Balakrishna Starrer Ends Its Disappointing Run With Almost 53% Deficit!

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Akhanda 2 Box Office (Closing Collection) (Photo Credit – Instagram) Akhanda 2, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna in the lead role, has proven to be a major disappointment during its theatrical run. Considering the sequel factor, the film carried high expectations but ultimately failed, with a worldwide box office collection of less than 130 crores. It achieved some notable feats for Balayya, but considering the huge budget, it couldn’t secure the success tag. Keep reading for a detailed closing collection report! The Telugu fantasy action thriller was theatrically released on December 12, 2025. It opened to mixed to negative reviews from critics. Even among the ticket-buying audience, it witnessed below-average to poor word of mouth. Due to such a reception, the film experienced a decline immediately after a good start. Both in India and overseas, it failed to entertain the audience, leading to extremely disappointing numbers. How much did Akhanda 2 earn at the worldwide box office? In India, Akhanda 2 kick-started its run on a good note by registering the second-biggest opening for Nandamuri Balakrishna. However, …

Nandamuri Balakrishna & Ram Charan Failed, But Venkatesh Shined & Made History With His 50 Crore Film!

Nandamuri Balakrishna & Ram Charan Failed, But Venkatesh Shined & Made History With His 50 Crore Film!

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Revisiting Sankranti Box Office 2025: When Venkatesh Defeated Nandamuri Balakrishna & Ram Charan With Surprising Results (Photo Credit – Instagram) Sankranti is considered the most lucrative festive season for Tollywood, and over the years, films have seen a significant boost due to the Sankranti holidays. Due to this, many films clash during the festive season, as no filmmaker wants to miss the opportunity to score big. Even in 2025, three films were released to cash in on the Sankranti holidays: Ram Charan’s Game Changer, Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Daaku Maharaaj, and Venkatesh’s Sankranthiki Vasthunam, and the result was totally surprising. Game Changer turned out to be an epic failure All three movies mentioned above didn’t release on the same day. The first to hit theaters was Ram Charan’s Game Changer, which released on January 10, 2025. Since the film marked Ram’s debut collaboration with director Shankar, expectations were high for the film. Although the promotional assets were not up to the mark, the film still started its run on a strong note by grossing around 80 crores. …

Akhanda 2 Worldwide Closing Box Office Collections: Nandamuri Balakrishna starrer flops with Rs 112 crore

Akhanda 2 Worldwide Closing Box Office Collections: Nandamuri Balakrishna starrer flops with Rs 112 crore

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Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2 has exhausted its entire run at the box office. The Telugu movie disappointed big time with its box office run, as it neither could clock a good opening nor a promising trend.  Served as the sequel to the 2021 Super Hit film, Akhanda, the latest Balayya movie could gross just Rs. 112 crore in its lifetime run, at the worldwide box office. This is not a good figure for a franchise mass action film, especially when the original film was one of the first biggest hits in the post-pandemic times from Telugu cinema.  Talking about its territorial breakdown, the NBK movie fetched Rs. 36 crore from Andhra Pradesh, Rs. 32 crore from Nizam, and Rs. 16 crore from Ceeded, making a cume of Rs. 84 crore in its home markets. The rest of the Indian territories contributed around 16 crore, of which Rs. 11 crore came from Karnataka alone. That made its domestic box office cume reach the Rs. 100 crore gross mark. The movie was also released in Hindi dubbed audio, …