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Updated on: Nov 03, 2025 03:38 pm IST

The teams of NC24 and NBK111 announced on Monday that they are postponing updates of Naga Chaitanya and Balakrishna’s films.

A massive road accident near Chevella in Rangareddy district of Telangana on Monday left 19 people dead and 22 others injured. As numerous people took to social media to mourn these deaths, the teams behind Naga Chaitanya’s NC24, directed by Karthik Dandu, and Balakrishna’s NBK111, directed by Gopichand Malineni, announced that they’re deferring film announcements in light of the tragedy.

Announcements for Balakrishna and Naga Chaitanya’s films have been deferred due to the accident in Rangareddy district.

Naga Chaitanya, Balakrishna film defer announcements

“Team #NC24 stands in solidarity with the families affected by the unfortunate incident in Chevella. Wishing strength, recovery, and peace to all,” announced the team of Chaitanya’s next, releasing a note on social media. The note read: “We are deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred in Chevella, Rangareddy district. Our heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones and prayers for a speedy recovery to the injured.”

The note further read: “In light of this unfortunate event, Team #NC24 has decided to postpone the reveal of Meenakshi Chaudhary’s character poster to tomorrow. May strength and peace be with everyone affected by this tragedy.” Balakrishna’s film’s team also deferred the announcement about the female lead of his film, writing, “In view of the heartbreaking incident near Chevella, the announcement planned for today at 12:01 PM is being held back. Team #NBK111 extends its deepest sympathies and prayers to the families affected.”

Director Anil Ravipudi also posted condolences for the victims of the Chevella accident on social media.

What happened in Chevella?

A tipper lorry carrying gravel collided head-on with a public transport bus on Monday. Officials told PTI that the tipper collided with the RTC bus near Chevella, about 50 km from Hyderabad. 19 people, including 13 women and a girl child, died, and 22 suffered injuries. The drivers of both vehicles died in the accident.

Cyberabad Police Commissioner Avinash Mohanty noted that a head-on collision occurs when one of the vehicles is on the wrong side of the road. The cause of the accident will be determined following an investigation. With the gravel from the tipper falling onto the bus, several passengers were trapped inside, and officials had to implement relief measures to bring them out.

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Nandamuri Balakrishna Unveils Dussehra Special Poster

Riding high on the overwhelming response, the makers have now officially announced a new release date. Akhanda 2: Thaandavam will hit the big screens on December 5th, 2025. This sequel is set to be a grand cinematic spectacle, with Boyapati Sreenu crafting a larger-than-life narrative on an even more expansive canvas.

In the release date poster, Balakrishna is seen with long hair and a rugged beard, adorned with multiple sacred beads and jewelry. He wields a massive trident decorated elaborately, and his attire includes traditional saffron and brown robes that enhance the mythological and divine imagery. The snowy and vibrant backdrop, along with his dynamic pose, accentuates the intensity and grandeur of the character.

S Thaman’s rousing background score is expected to elevate the film’s high-voltage scenes, delivering the signature adrenaline rush fans anticipate. Balakrishna’s fierce and spiritually charged avatar has already impressed fans, masses, and movie buffs alike.

With the new release date, the team now has ample time to roll out a strong promotional campaign. Expect regular updates and surprises that will further amp up the excitement leading to the release.

The film features Samyuktha as the female lead, with Aadhi Pinisetty playing a powerful role, and Harshali Malhotra in a key character. C. Ramprasad and Santoshh D Detakae are handling cinematography, with Tammiraju in charge of editing, and AS Prakash serving as the art director.

With a powerful team and soaring expectations, Akhanda 2: Thaandavam is going to be a spiritual action extravaganza that fans won’t want to miss.

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