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Akhanda 2 on OTT: Netflix Begins Streaming Balakrishna’s Film in 5 Languages

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Akhanda 2

Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2: Thaandavam released in theatres on December 12, 2025, and found acceptance among a section of the audience. The film is directed by Boyapati Srinu, with Samyuktha playing the female lead.

The pan-Indian action drama has now started streaming on Netflix in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. Its reception on the OTT platform is being keenly watched.

Alongside Balakrishna, the film features Aadhi Pinisetty, Kabir Duhan Singh, Harshaali Malhotra, Saswata Chatterjee, and others in key roles. The film is produced by Raam Achanta and Gopi Achanta, with music composed by Thaman.

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Review: Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2 – A Watchable Mix of Action and Devotion

by 123telugu

Akhanda 2

Movie Name : Akhanda 2 Thaandavam

Release Date : Dec 12, 2025
123telugu.com Rating : 3/5
Starring : Nandamuri Balakrishna, Samyuktha, Aadhi Pinisetty, Harshaali Malhotra, Saswata Chatterjee and Others
Director : Boyapati Sreenu
Producers : Raam Achanta, Gopi Achanta
Music Director : Thaman S
Cinematographers : C Ramprasad, Santoshh D Detakae
Editor :  Tammiraju

Related Links : Trailer

Nandamuri Balakrishna’s latest Telugu release Akhanda 2: Thaandavam arrives as the direct sequel to the 2021 blockbuster Akhanda, directed by Boyapati Sreenu. The film was initially scheduled to release last Friday (Dec 5) but was postponed due to financial issues at the last minute. With the problems now resolved, the movie has finally reached theatres in multiple languages in both 2D and 3D. Here is our review of how the film has shaped up on the big screen.

Story:

The Tibetan army launches a biowarfare operation against India and selects the Maha Kumbh Mela as the starting point to spread chaos across the nation. As the situation worsens, the Prime Minister instructs DRDO to develop an antidote immediately. Scientist Janani (Harshaali Malhotra) succeeds in creating it, but the enemy begins to hunt her. At this point, Akhanda (Balakrishna), who once promised to return whenever she faced danger, reappears. The way he protects Janani, thwarts the biowar, and restores dharma in the country forms the core of the story.

Plus Points:

Balakrishna dominates the screen as Akhanda. His dialogue delivery, screen presence, and conviction form the strongest pillar of the film.

Harshaali Malhotra delivers a decent performance in her key role. Samyuktha has limited scope but tries something slightly different from her regular portrayals.

The action sequences are designed to please mass audiences and succeed in doing so. They offer energetic moments even when logic is secondary. A standout emotional stretch in the second half features the appearance of Lord Shiva and adds spiritual weight to the narrative.

Thaman’s background score is one of the film’s most valuable assets. His compositions elevate action and emotional scenes and often enhance moments that would otherwise feel routine. Supporting actors do their part within the space provided.

Minus Points:

Akhanda 2 lacks a strong story base. The plot is simple, and Boyapati Sreenu focuses mainly on presenting Balakrishna in a heroic light. This approach leaves several narrative elements underdeveloped.

Balakrishna’s Bala Murali Krishna role receives less screen time than the antagonist. Many characters are introduced, yet only a few are used effectively. Aadhi Pinisetty entertains in his limited presence, while Samyuktha’s arc is not so impressive and occasionally illogical.

Harshaali Malhotra’s character has untapped potential, and her dubbing feels inconsistent. The emotional connection between Akhanda and her could have been explored more deeply. Several characters appear without contributing meaningfully to the story.

The core plot resembles the first film, and the writing in Akhanda was relatively stronger.

Technical Aspects:

Boyapati sticks to his familiar style that prioritises entertainment over logic. Some scenes are executed neatly, while others feel uneven. The film still maintains a steady pace without major dull moments.

The cinematography by C. Ramprasad and Santosh Detake is competent, particularly in the action portions. Tammiraju’s editing is crisp. Thaman delivers the standout technical work through his impactful score. The production values are solid and the film looks grand on screen.

Verdict:

On the whole, Akhanda 2 is a watchable devotional action drama that relies heavily on Balakrishna’s commanding performance as Akhanda. The story is predictable and several character arcs lack depth, but the music, action blocks, and a few emotional moments keep the film engaging. It is slightly less engaging than the first part, yet it still works as a functional mass entertainer with moments that fans are likely to enjoy.

123telugu.com Rating: 3/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team 

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Review: Aadhi Pinisetty’s Drive – Runs Out of Fuel

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Drive

Movie Name : Drive

Release Date : Dec 12, 2025
123telugu.com Rating : 2/5
Starring : Aadhi Pinisetty, Madonna Sebastian, Raja Chembolu, Kamal Kamaraju, Anish Yohan Kuruvilla and others
Director : Jenuse Mohamed
Producer : V. Ananda Prasad
Music Director : Osho Venkat
Cinematographers : Abinandhan Ramanujam
Editor :  Prawin Pudi

Related Links : Trailer

Actor Aadhi Pinisetty, fresh off his villainous turn in Akhanda 2, returns to the screen with Drive, which was released today. Here is how it holds up.

Story:

Media tycoon Jayadev Reddy (Aadhi Pinisetty) enters a secret deal with a nationalist group and plans to move to London with his family. Things collapse when a hacker exposes the agreement and destabilizes Jayadev’s life. The hacker continues targeting Jayadev’s close ones. The film follows who this hacker is, why he is after Jayadev and how their conflict concludes.

Plus Points:

This section offers very little. Aadhi Pinisetty delivers a passable performance, but it never lifts the film. A few of his interactions with the hacker land, though the impact is limited.

Satyadev stands out in the climax and hints at potential for a continuation. Some visuals are occasionally striking because of strong location choices and competent camerawork.

Minus Points:

Although the film positions itself as a revenge drama, it never creates real tension. The plot feels routine and the hacker’s motive lacks depth. Given his abilities, he could resolve the conflict immediately or cause severe damage, yet the script restricts him to a basic act of revenge. This strips the conflict of urgency and makes his mission feel inconsistent.

Madonna Sebastian’s character adds nothing to the narrative. Her scenes mostly involve asking obvious questions in serious moments, which unintentionally turns tense moments into comic ones.

Several scenes lack logic, and even if those issues are ignored, the film still does not offer a compelling narrative to hold interest.

Technical Aspects:

Writer and director Januse Mohammed Majeed is unable to build tension, sustain momentum or bring emotional weight to the material. The writing lacks intensity throughout. Abinandhan Ramanujan’s cinematography stands out as the film’s strength. Osho Venkar’s music feels out of place and adds little. Prawin Pudi attempts to keep the film cohesive, but the second half drags. Production values are acceptable.

Verdict:

On the whole, Drive is a dull revenge drama with no freshness. The weak story and flat execution prevent the film from making any impact, and Aadhi Pinisetty’s performance feels wasted. With stronger writing and direction, it could have been a solid thriller, but it falls far short. It is an easy film to skip.

123telugu.com Rating: 2/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team 

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