When will Akhanda 2 release? Makers apologise to Balakrishna fans in new update: 'We've tried our best'

Nandamuri Balakrishna's Akhanda 2 was set to hit theatres on December 5. It was postponed hours before the release.

Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2 was set to release on Friday, December 5. However, on Thursday evening, the makers revealed that the film will not release as per schedule. As fans commented to enquire the release date of the film, the makers have now issued an apology but have still not given any concrete release date.

What the makers said

Balakrishna's Akhanda 2 was postponed at the last minute, despite having premieres scheduled for December 4.

Taking to their X account, distributor 14 Reels Plus apologised to fans but gave specific reasons for the postponement. No fixed date of release was also announced. The post began, “We've tried our absolute best to bring #Akhanda2 to the big screens, but despite our tireless efforts, sometimes, the most unexpected things happen, and unfortunately, this is that time. We sincerely apologize to all the fans and cinema lovers across the world who have been eagerly waiting for the film with so much anticipation.”

It went on to add, “We are forever grateful to our dearest 'God of Masses' #NandamuriBalakrishna Garu and #BoyapatiSreenu Garu for standing by us during this challenging moment. AKHANDA-2 WILL HIT THE BULLSEYE WHENEVER IT ARRIVES…COMING VERY SOON WITH A NEW DATE.”

Akhanda 2: Thaandavam is the sequel to the 2021 blockbuster Akhanda, directed by Boyapati Srinu. Apart from Balakrishna, the film also stars Samyuktha, Aadhi Pinishetty, and Harshaali Malhotra in key roles. The film’s soundtrack, composed by Thaman S, received a positive response from fans.