Nandamuri Balakrishna is back with a bang, and the teaser for Akhanda 2: Thaandavam is proof he’s still the “God of Masses.” Dropped on June 9, 2025, as a birthday gift for the Tollywood legend, the teaser racked up a mind-blowing 24 million views and 590,000 likes in just 24 hours, snagging a spot in the top 5 all-time Tollywood teasers, per Telugu360. It’s officially the most-watched teaser among senior heroes in Telugu cinema, and fans are losing it over this sequel to the 2021 hit Akhanda.
Directed by Boyapati Sreenu, the teaser gives us Balakrishna like we’ve never seen him—rocking long hair and a beard, looking every bit like a fierce Aghora channeling Lord Shiva. There’s this epic moment where he’s striding with a trident-topped mace, ready to unleash some divine chaos, mixed with jaw-dropping action scenes that scream Boyapati’s high-energy style. Thaman’s thumping score cranks up the hype, and fans are calling it a “divine cyclone” that’s even wilder than the first Akhanda. The production, backed by 14 Reels Plus, looks massive, with visuals that pop off the screen.
Balakrishna’s on a hot streak after four straight blockbusters, including Daaku Maharaaj, and his team-up with Boyapati—think Simha, Legend, and Akhanda—has fans betting on another box office banger. The teaser’s 24 million views set a new record for senior heroes, and it’s got everyone talking about the film’s big Dasara release on September 25, 2025. The catch? It’s going head-to-head with Pawan Kalyan’s They Call Him OG, and fans are already debating if one might dodge the clash.
With a hefty ₹200 crore budget, Akhanda 2 is Balakrishna’s priciest project yet. Pragya Jaiswal stars as the leading lady, and Sloka, daughter of actress Laya, makes her debut as his on-screen daughter. Filming kicked off in Hyderabad’s Ramoji Film City, with some scenes shot at the Maha Kumbh Mela for that extra spiritual vibe. The team’s reportedly chasing a big streaming deal, but the real test will be packing theaters come Dasara.
The teaser’s not just about numbers—it’s Balakrishna’s larger-than-life charm and Boyapati’s knack for mass masala that’s got fans hyped. With a pan-India release in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, Akhanda 2: Thaandavam is ready to take over. Mark September 25 on your calendar—this one’s gonna be a total spectacle.