Akhanda 2 release update: Exhibitor opens up about ₹28 crore court case, reveals when Balakrishna film will hit screens

Boyapati Srinu’s Akhanda 2, featuring Nandamuri Balakrishna in two roles, was delayed just before its release on December 5. The film’s premieres on December 4 were also called off at the last minute. Tiruppur Subramanian, chairman of Sri Sakthi Cinemas in Tamil Nadu, shared the latest update on the case worth ₹28 crore that has stopped the film from being shown. (Also Read: Fans traveled 475 km for Akhanda 2 only for the film to be postponed; producer pushed for a new release date)

Update on Akhanda 2 court case and release date

Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2 was postponed at the last moment, even though there were planned premieres on December 4.

Sri Sakthi Cinemas posted a voice note from Subramanian on X (formerly Twitter) with an update on Akhanda 2.

 They wrote, “Our chairman, Tiruppur Subramanian sir, is giving an update on the release of Akhanda 2 film.”

In the voice note, the theatre owner speaks in Tamil, “Dear friends, greetings to everyone.

 I am Tiruppur Subramanian speaking. The makers and the hero are doing everything they can to release Akhanda 2. They are working hard to make sure it comes out.”

He also said that the court case between Eros and 14 Reels is scheduled for today morning, adding, “Today at 10 AM, there's a court case.

 I hope 99% of the issue will be fixed. After that, the film will be released because they are working hard for it. We will know the status by noon or evening, so please plan accordingly.”

What did the production house say?

Eros International Media Limited went to the Madras High Court about the pending arbitration money that 14 Reels Entertainment Private Limited owes them for 11 years, which is ₹28 crore plus interest.

 The HC issued an order stopping the release of Akhanda 2 until the court gives clearance.

Fans were surprised when the production house announced on Thursday evening that the release of Akhanda 2 had been postponed due to ‘unavoidable circumstances.’

 This came just after they said the film’s premieres on Thursday evening were canceled.

“We are working hard to resolve the matter as soon as possible.

 Our sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused. Your support means the world to us. We promise to share a positive update very soon,” they wrote.

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Peddi To Face Tough Competition In Hindi Belt?

Mega Powerstar Ram Charan became really popular all over the country after the huge success of SS Rajamouli's RRR.

 Even though his previous movie Game Changer did not do well at the box office, there is a lot of excitement around his upcoming sports drama Peddi in North India. The film is set to release on March 27th.

Even though Paradise and Peddi are planned for March 26 and March 27 releases respectively, recent reports suggest that Paradise might change its release date because a lot of the filming is still not done.

 However, there is no official confirmation about this delay yet.

Now, talking about Peddi, its Hindi version is expected to compete with some big Bollywood films.

 While no major Hindi film will directly clash with Peddi, a few big releases like Yash's Toxic (Dubbing), Ajay Devgn's Dhamaal 4, and Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 are also targeting the 2026 Eid festival.

All three of these big movies are aiming for a March 19th release, which is a week before Peddi's release.

 Yash's Toxic has a lot of hype among Hindi audiences because KGF 2 became a big hit in North India. The fourth part of the successful Dhamaal series is also getting a lot of attention in Bollywood. And now, Dhurandhar's sequel has also joined the race according to the latest news.

If any of these films become huge hits, it could affect Peddi's opening in North India.

 After the first single Chikiri Chikiri became very popular everywhere, expectations have gone up a lot. Especially in Hindi circuits, the buzz is very positive. So, the Eid releases might be a challenge for Peddi in the North.

At this point, Peddi is definitely one of the most awaited films of 2026 in both South India and Bollywood.

 The presence of Jahnvi Kapoor as the female lead and the music composed by AR Rahman has added more excitement about the film. How well the film does at the box office will depend on how the team manages promotions and the response to the trailer among Hindi audiences.

Stampede Controversy: Dil Raju Steps In To Clarify Sri Teja’s Condition

 It has been one year since a sad stampede happened at the Sandhya theatre in Hyderabad during the release of Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2. The incident caused the death of a woman named Revathi and left her son Sri Teja seriously injured. He is still recovering from his injuries.

Earlier today, there were many false reports on social media and some websites saying that Sri Teja's father, Bhaskar, couldn't afford the medical costs for his treatment because Allu Arjun had ignored their request for more help.

 However, producer Bunny Vas, who is close to Allu Arjun, spoke up in the morning and said that the actor is fully supporting the family.

Now, producer Dil Raju, who was chosen by the Telangana government to act as a mediator between the family and Allu Arjun, has come forward to stop the spread of these false stories.

 Dil Raju met with Sri Teja's father, Bhaskar, and checked on Sri Teja's health. He explained that Allu Arjun had already given 2 Crores in financial support, which was deposited in Sri Teja's name. Additionally, Allu Arjun had covered medical expenses of 70 lakhs for his treatment.

Dil Raju also mentioned that the interest from a fixed deposit is being used to cover Sri Teja's ongoing treatment and the family's monthly expenses.

 Sri Teja's father, Bhaskar, told the media he had asked Allu Arjun and Allu Arvind, through Dil Raju, for more money to continue the rehabilitation process for some more time to help Sri Teja recover as soon as possible.

Dil Raju said that Allu Arjun has agreed to provide the necessary funds to continue the treatment for the next six months or one year, until Sri Teja is fully recovered.

Akhanda 2 postponed, AKT gets another chance

 Nandamuri Balakrishna's much-anticipated sequel 'Akhanda 2', directed by Boyapati Srinu, has been postponed indefinitely just hours before its release due to some financial problems. This has been a big setback for the trade community because 'Akhanda 2' was generating a lot of excitement among audiences due to the popularity of the Balayya-Boyapati team.

With 'Akhanda 2' postponed and no other major movies releasing this week, Ram's 'Andhra King Taluka', which came out last week and got decent reviews, now has another chance to fill the box office gap.

 The film received good reviews and mixed word of mouth, but it only performed moderately in its first week. The team also admitted that the positive feedback didn't translate into strong box office numbers.

'Akhanda 2' was expected to dominate all mass markets with a big release, and trade analysts had predicted that 'Andhra King Taluka' might end its theatrical run underperforming.

 But the last-minute delay has turned out to be an unexpected boost for the film. It will now have an extended run this weekend in all areas.

The only concern is that 'Andhra King Taluka' has lost its momentum after the first weekend as audiences are looking forward to 'Akhanda 2' and upcoming Sankranti movies.

 The big question now is whether the film will see a resurgence in collections this weekend. That will be clear in the next few days.

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Directed by P. Mahesh Babu, 'Andhra King Taluka' is a fanboy's tribute to his cinema idol.

 Ram's chemistry with Bhagyashri Borse and Upendra's excellent performance were well received by both moviegoers and critics.

Akhanda 2 Postponed from Dec 5th Release

A big change has happened.

 Akhanda 2, which was set to come out on December 5th with a premiere on December 4th, has now been delayed because of some unexpected money problems. This was officially announced by the production company, 14 Reels Plus, through their X account.

Since early in the day, there was a lot of confusion about the Nizam bookings.

 The people showing the movie were unsure, fans were checking ticket websites for news, and the film team was working hard to fix things. By the afternoon, it was clear that things weren’t going as planned. By the evening, the situation got even worse. The paid premieres that were supposed to happen on December 4th were officially cancelled, showing that the problems were bigger than first thought. Things got even more complicated when the overseas KDMs weren’t cleared, causing more confusion and cancellations.

While last-minute money issues aren’t uncommon in Telugu cinema, a major movie being delayed right before its release is something no one expected.

 With huge expectations for the sequel and the powerful image of Balakrishna’s character from Akhanda returning, the delay has left fans and the industry shocked.

The team hasn’t announced a new release date yet, and everyone is now waiting to see when things will get back on track.

 For now, fans are just hoping for quick updates and a smooth restart. This event shows how even the biggest movies can face major setbacks due to behind-the-scenes financial issues.

SPB Statue At Ravindra Bharathi: Why Are People Protesting?

SP Balasubrahmanyam is one of the most talented singers the Indian film industry has ever had. He has sung over 40,000 songs and is loved and respected by people all over South India and beyond.

Recently, the Telangana government set up a statue of SPB at the famous Ravindra Bharathi in Hyderabad.

 But some people protested against it. These protesters claimed to be part of the Telangana movement and said only Telangana artists like Gaddar or Ande Sri should be honored there.

They said SPB is not from Telangana and therefore doesn’t deserve a statue at that place.

However, many people on social media strongly disagree.

 They believe SPB is a true son of the Telugu states and it’s sad to see so much division over a legend who brought worldwide recognition to Telugu music.

One user mentioned that when people from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and even Hindi-speaking areas proudly celebrate SPB as their own, it’s heartbreaking to see Telugu people opposing his legacy in his own home region.

Andhra King Taluka Is One Of A Kind Film: Ram

Ram Pothineni had high hopes for the movie Andhra King Taluka.

 Even though it came out at a bad time, it got good reviews from everyone. The film started well at the box office, and the team thinks the numbers will go up from the second week.

Producer Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers said the film was made with a lot of love.

 “We are happy with the appreciation it’s getting. But releasing it in late November was a big mistake. We believe the collections will improve from next weekend. Ram worked really hard on this movie.”

Ram Pothineni made a special comment, saying they knew the film would only make decent money in the first few days.

 “This is a movie made for more people to watch. It was released at the end of November because of certain reasons. I promoted it more than usual because the story has a personal meaning for me. We often see different emotions in movies, but this one explores an emotion that’s unique to Telugu cinema — the relationship between a star and a fan. In the end, it shows a human emotion very honestly.”

“I am scared of November.

 Even Masala, the movie I did with Venkatesh, didn’t do well. I respect the audience. Some say TFI failed this movie, but I believe TFI will never fail anyone. I hope the collections go up this week. We must believe that such honest stories will also find a place in Telugu cinema. Producers must support them. Telugu cinema needs people like Mahesh Babu. Although he was influenced by others to add some mass or big scenes, I wanted the story to stay honest. I wanted the audience to see Sagar in me, not Ram.”

“Bhagyashri Borse is a rare talent.

 Although she is seen as a glamour model, she can act strongly and promote the film very well. Andhra King Taluka is a one-of-a-kind film. Movies like this may not come again.”