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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tollywood bets big on Dasara biggies to flip Box Office fortunes
A still from Akhanda 2: Thaandavam After a sluggish 2025 marred by underperforming movies and crippling production delays caused by the ongoing strike, Tollywood is grappling with losses exceeding `1,500 crore. With Dasara around the corner, Tollywood is counting on harnessing the festive buzz to slay its box office demons and flip the script after a rough year. The spotlight is on the blockbuster face-off between Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG and Balakrishna's Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, which trade analysts hope will ignite the festive spirit. With Kantara: Chapter 1 adding to the buzz, the stakeholders are praying the festive gamble to turn the tide. A still from They Call Him OG 'Dasara has always attracted large family audiences' Dasara has always been a festival that draws large family audiences, especially since it falls during the holiday season. Typically, theatre occupancy rises by around 90% in the first three days, with cinemas often packed throughout. This year, with the massive hype surrounding OG and Akhanda 2, both highly anticipated and widely popular, we are hoping the festival will bring audiences back to theatres in hordes. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Live Update: The Strategy Uses By Successful Intraday Trader TradeWise Learn More Undo This is exactly what the industry needs right now. – Anupam Reddy, Former Secretary, Telangana State Film Chamber of Commerce Dasara is the time when families have greater spending power and the enthusiasm to step out together. Festivals are when Telugu audiences truly celebrate cinema, and with these big tentpole releases, I expect theatres to be packed. – Anish Kuruvilla, actor & filmmaker A still from Kantara: Chapter 1 They Call Him OG Pawan Kalyan's gangster drama, directed by Sujeeth, brings pan-South star power, international star cast, and a samurai-inspired visual style to the Dasara line-up. Budget: ₹200 cr* Akhanda 2: Thaandavam The Balakrishna–Boyapati Srinu duo returns with a mass-action spectacle, expanding its reach beyond Telugu to multiple Indian languages. Budget: ₹150 cr* Kantara: Chapter 1 Rishab Shetty's mythological prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara promises to bring a dose of cultural mystique to the festive box office Budget: ₹125 cr* *Budgets mentioned in the story are approximate figures based on industry estimates Inputs by Paul Nicodemus & Divya Shree
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Akhanda 2: Thaandavam': Nandamuri Balakrishna completes dubbing; The film's team gears up for a grand Dussehra release
Telugu superstar , the hero of the upcoming action entertainer 'Akhanda 2: Thaandavam' directed by Boyapatti Srinu, has completed his dubbing work, the film's team announced on Friday (Aug 8). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The anticipation for this film increased among fans and film critics after the teaser was released on the occasion of actor Nandamuri Balakrishna's birthday. "'GOD OF MASSES' #NandamuriBalakrishna completes dubbing for #Akhanda2 This duo is set to deliver a 4X BLOCKBUSTER. The Thaandavam is going to be massive, beyond your imagination The post-production is in full swing. All set for a grand release on September 25th ," captioned the makers by sharing a picture from the film's dubbing session. Teaser showcases fierce divine avatar In the teaser, the scenes of Nandi, an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva, and the appearance of the trident thrilled the audience. The scenes of Balakrishna fighting against evil forces in a fierce divine role received a lot of attention. The teaser revealed that the action sequences, designed by fight experts Ram-Lakshman, will be a major feature of the film. S. Thaman returns as composer S. Thaman, who composed music for Nandamui Balakrishna's recent films, has once again composed music for this film. Interestingly, , who is famous for her role as Munni in the film 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan', is playing the lead role of Janani in this film. The film, a sequel to the 2021 blockbuster 'Akhanda', marks Nandamui Balakrishna's fourth collaboration with director Boyapatti Srinu. Shot across Georgia and Maha Kumbh Mela Recently, key scenes of the film were shot in the beautiful locations of Georgia. Additionally, some portions were also shot at this year's Prayagraj Maha Kumbh Mela. Samyuktha plays the female lead and Pinochet plays the villain alongside Balakrishna. The cinematography is handled jointly by C Ramprasad, and Santoshh D Detakae, while editing is taken care by Thammiraju. The highly anticipated sequel is slated to release in theatres for Dussehra 2025.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Balayya wraps dubbing for ‘Akhanda 2: Thaandavam', Dussehra release locked
The blockbuster combination of 'God of the Masses' Nandamuri Balakrishna and hitmaker Boyapati Sreenu is back for their fourth outing with the high-octane sequel Akhanda 2: Thaandavam. Mounted on a massive scale under the 14 Reels Plus banner by producers Raam Achanta and Gopichand Achanta, and presented by M Tejaswini Nandamuri, the film is currently in its final post-production phase. Balakrishna has already wrapped up dubbing for his portions, marking a significant milestone. The team is working at full throttle on CG, re-recording, and other post-production elements, with the first copy expected in three weeks. The makers have reaffirmed the Dussehra release date of September 25th, ruling out any delays. The teaser has already sent fans into a frenzy, showcasing Balakrishna in a never-before-seen ferocious avatar. Adding to the excitement, Samyuktha, often dubbed Tollywood's lucky charm, takes on a key lead role, while Aadhi Pinisetty brings his trademark intensity to a standout character. Young talent Harshali Malhotra makes her Tollywood debut in a pivotal role. With S Thaman delivering a thunderous soundtrack, C. Ramprasad on cinematography, Tammiraju on editing, and AS Prakash handling grand set designs, the film promises top-tier technical finesse. As the release date draws closer, the team is set to ramp up promotions with back-to-back updates, ensuring the Akhanda fever reaches its peak by Dussehra.
Hans India
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Harshali Malhotra makes Telugu debut with ‘Akhanda 2: Thaandavam'; FL unveiled
After the roaring success of Akhanda, the mass-action saga is returning in a bigger avatar with Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna and directed by blockbuster specialist Boyapati Sreenu. Mounted on an expansive scale under the 14 Reels Plus banner, the film is produced by Raam Achanta and Gopichand Achanta, and presented by M. Tejaswini Nandamuri. Promising to elevate every aspect of the franchise—be it story, scale, or technical brilliance—the sequel is being billed as a massive Pan-India release, hitting screens on September 25, 2025, coinciding with Dussehra. The makers recently revealed the first look of Harshali Malhotra, best known for her role as the child artist in Bajrangi Bhaijaan. Making her Tollywood debut, Harshali plays Janani, and captivates in a traditional saree, radiating innocence and charm. The teaser of Akhanda 2 has already created waves, showcasing Balakrishna in a never-before-seen powerful avatar, raising audience expectations. The film also stars Tollywood's lucky charm Samyuktha as the female lead, alongside Aadhi Pinisetty in a fierce, intense role set to leave a lasting impression. The technical team behind Akhanda 2 is equally stellar. Music is composed by S Thaman, cinematography is handled by C Ramprasad, editing by Tammiraju, and AS Prakash helms the art direction, ensuring a rich and immersive visual experience. With high-octane action, powerful emotions, and spiritual grandeur, Akhanda 2: Thaandavam is set to redefine mass cinema and deliver a thunderous festive treat to fans across the nation.
The Hindu
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan' actor Harshaali Malhotra to make Telugu debut with ‘Akhanda 2' starring Nandamuri Balakrishna
Actor Harshaali Malhotra, popular for her role of Munni in Salman Khan-starrer Bajrangi Bhaijaan, has joined the cast of Akhanda 2: Thaandavam. The upcoming Telugu film is a sequel to the 2021 release Akhanda. Directed by Boyapati Sreenu, who also helmed the first part, the film is slated to hit the big screen on September 25. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna in the lead. Malhotra, 17, will play Janani in the film, which also marks her Telugu debut. Production and distribution company 14 Reels Plus shared Malhotra's casting news on its official X handle on Wednesday. Malhotra made her film debut in 2015 with Kabir Khan's Bajrangi Bhaijaan. She featured in the role of Shahida Aziz, better known by the name of Munni. The film emerged as a box office hit and also starred Nawazuddin Siddiqui. It revolved around Salman Khan's character, a simple-minded Hanuman devotee, Pawan, who crosses paths with a mute girl, Munni, from Pakistan after she strays accidentally into India. It follows his attempts to unite the child (Malhotra) with her parents across the border. Before starring in Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Malhotra appeared in television serials Qubool Hai and Laut Aao Trisha. ALSO READ:'Akhanda 2: Thandavam': Aadhi Pinisetty on board Nandamuri Balakrishna-Boyapati Sreenu film Sharing the poster of her new film on Instagram, Malhotra said her character Munni has been a "feeling, memory and a heartbeat" for her. But she is now ready to return to the screen with a different role. 'Munni was not just a character, she was a feeling, a memory, a heartbeat-something that stayed with you and with me. After all these years, I've held on to your love patiently, silently, and with a heart full of gratitude.' Akhanda 2 will release in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam languages.
