07 December,2025 09:40 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Still from Akhanda 2
Nandamuri Balakrishna's Akhanda 2 was all set to hit theatres on December 5. However, owing to a financial dispute, the makers had to push the release date. The announcement came on December 4, a day before the original release date. Latest reports suggest that lead actor Nandamuri Balakrishna has stepped in to help resolve the financial issue.
According to a report in Deccan Chronicle, Balakrishna has willingly agreed to adjust nearly Rs 20 crore from his fees to help producers settle their dues. The makers are currently fighting a court battle at the Madras High Court, where a connected petition is pending. The case is reportedly in its final phase and is expected to be settled soon.
The makers of the Telugu drama are now looking to lock a favourable date for the film's release. The plan was to release the film on December 19, but it was scrapped due to the release of Avatar: Fire and Ash on the same day. The Hollywood release is expected to take over a major chunk of screens in India and globally, reducing the number of screens available for the Telugu drama overseas.
Currently, the makers are planning a Christmas release to tap into the holiday season.
Taking to its X timeline on December 4, 14 Reels Plus, the production house behind the film, wrote, "With a heavy heart, we regret to inform you that #Akhanda2 will not be releasing as scheduled due to unavoidable circumstances. This is a painful moment for us, and we truly understand the disappointment it brings to every fan and movie lover awaiting the film."
The production house added, "We are working tirelessly to resolve the matter at the earliest. Our sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused. Your support means the world to us. We promise to share a positive update very soon."
A newly released teaser has only added to expectations. It shows the country's enemies conspiring to strike at India's roots, followed by Balakrishna dressed as a sadhu, saying in his inimitable style, "Where there is bad, parallely, there is God! Be brave."
The teaser reinforces what the trailer showcased - that Balakrishna's character has a divine force within him, taking on powerful black-magic sorcerers aiding India's enemies. It offers a glimpse of the high-octane action sequences awaiting audiences.
It is evident from the teaser that Balakrishna's character will take on both the country's enemies and the ungodly forces threatening peace and harmony in Akhanda 2: Thaandavam.
Produced on an ambitious scale by Raam Achanta and Gopichand Achanta under the 14 Reels Plus banner, the project is presented by M. Tejaswini Nandamuri.
