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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WATCH - Nandamuri Balakrishna surprises Hindupur by driving RTC bus; Fans call him ‘unstoppable'
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Nandamuri Balakrishna , fondly known as Balayya and celebrated as the 'God of Masses,' gave the people of Hindupur an unforgettable surprise this week. As part of the launch of a new special scheme for women, the actor-politician decided not to simply wave a flag or cut a ribbon — he climbed into the driver's seat of an RTC bus and drove it himself. Locals who had gathered for the event erupted in cheer, with many whipping out their phones to capture the unexpected sight of their MLA behind the wheel. Fans celebrate the moment online True to Balayya's larger-than-life persona, the video sparked a flurry of reactions online. Admirers filled timelines with comments declaring that 'there's nothing Balayya cannot do.' The video went viral. One comment read, "Man::: Super Yar it's." Another comment read, "Sweetest of sweetest ra ma Balayya ." A third comment read, "Balayya ani enjoy chestadu."One commented, "Balayya is unstoppable." Akhanda | Song - Jai Balayya This isn't the first time Balayya has blended his celebrity with his political work, but the sight of him maneuvering a massive RTC bus has struck a special chord. All eyes on ' Akhanda 2 ' While his political gestures make headlines, Balayya's film career continues to burn bright. The actor has already completed dubbing for 'Akhanda 2: Thaandavam', his much-awaited reunion with director Boyapati Srinu. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Quote Undo The team confirmed the update with a powerful poster, writing: 'This duo is set to deliver a 4X BLOCKBUSTER… The Thaandavam is going to be massive, beyond your imagination.' Set for a grand release on September 25th, the film has been riding high on anticipation since its teaser dropped on Balakrishna's birthday. The teaser for 'Akhanda 2' received good responses from the audiences, as it promises several elements that will surely satisfy the fans. Meawhile, Balayya's previous outing was the action flick 'Daaku Maharaaj' which turned out to be a superhit. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."


Time of India
08-08-2025
- 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.