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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 …

Venkatesh Daggubati and director Anil Ravipudi reunite for 5th movie together; Nandamuri Kalyan Ram joins

Venkatesh Daggubati and director Anil Ravipudi reunite for 5th movie together; Nandamuri Kalyan Ram joins

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Venkatesh Daggubati and director Anil Ravipudi have worked together on four films over the years, with their collaborations resulting in box office success. Now, the duo is officially reuniting once again for a new project, with Nandamuri Kalyan Ram joining the film as a co-lead. Venkatesh Daggubati and Anil Ravipudi reunite for 5th film together Taking to their social media handle, the production company Shine Screens officially confirmed the new project. The upcoming film is tentatively titled VenkyAnil5 and/or NKRAR2. Sharing the update, the team penned, “Wishing everyone a blessed Sri Rama Navami. Marking this auspicious occasion, we are extremely proud to announce our third collaboration with our blockbuster hit machine, director Anil Ravipudi garu. Let’s score a hat-trick at the box office, sir.” Here’s the post: Previously, Venkatesh Daggubati starred in the lead role in Sankranthiki Vasthunam. The action-comedy, directed by Ravipudi, follows the story of YD Raju, a former IPS officer who now leads a quiet life in a village with his wife. However, when a high-profile kidnapping case arises, his ex-girlfriend, who …

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, …

When & Where To Watch Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Action Thriller Online?

When & Where To Watch Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Action Thriller Online?

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Akhanda 2 Expected OTT Release Date (Photo Credit – Instagram) Akhanda 2 is the latest Nandamuri Balakrishna film, which was released in theaters on December 12, 2025. The film got mixed reactions on the internet, but it still currently holds a 6.9/10 rating on IMDb. The film is now set to make its OTT release after its theatrical run. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the opportunity to watch the film on their personal screens, and this news comes as welcome. Let’s take a look at the digital release date of Akhanda 2 and when Balakrishna’s mega film will be available online. When Will Akhanda 2 Be Available On OTT? The makers have officially announced the OTT release of Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2. The movie will stream on Netflix starting January 9, 2026, and the streaming platform made the official announcement on its social platform. It will be available in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. How Much Akhanda 2 Earned At The Box Office? Akhanda 2 has reportedly earned 94.43 crore net at the …

4 Telugu OTT Releases to Watch This Week: Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2 to Constable Kanakam Season 2

4 Telugu OTT Releases to Watch This Week: Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2 to Constable Kanakam Season 2

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Telugu cinema has lined up several interesting titles to watch on OTT this week. If you’re wondering what to pick from the many options available, here are the complete details you need to check out. 4 Telugu OTT Releases to Watch This Week 1. Akhanda 2: Thaandavam Cast: Nandamuri Balakrishna, Samyuktha, Aadhi Pinisetty, Harshaali Malhotra, Viji Chandrasekhar, Kabir Duhan Singh, Saswata Chatterjee, Achyuth Kumar, Sangay Tsheltrim, Poorna Director: Boyapati Sreenu Genre: Fantasy Action Thriller Runtime: 2 hours and 45 minutes Where to watch: Netflix Streaming Date: January 9, 2026 Akhanda 2: Thaandavam begins with a rivalry involving a neighbouring nation plotting to destroy India by attacking what it believes to be the country’s spiritual backbone. The rival nation plans a massive biowarfare attack during the Maha Kumbh Mela, plunging the country into a full-blown crisis. As the DRDO works to create an antidote to the looming threat, the responsibility falls into the hands of Janani, the 16-year-old daughter of Murali Krishna, a prodigy with an IQ of 266. When Janani successfully develops a vaccine against …