Akhanda 2: Thaandavam (2025)

Name: Akhanda 2: Thaandavam
Genre: Action, Drama
Released: 2025-12-12
Duration: 2 h 44 min
Cast: Nandamuri Balakrishna, Pragya Jaiswal, Samyuktha, Aadhi Pinisetty, Akshara Nunna Sujana

12 December 20252h 44mTeluguIndia

U/A 16+Action Drama

DirectorBoyapati Srinu

StarringNandamuri Balakrishna, Pragya Jaiswal, Samyuktha, Aadhi Pinisetty

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Best for: Fans of Balakrishna and high-octane Telugu action dramas.

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Availability for India, data by JustWatch. Updated 23 October 2026.

Akhanda 2: Thaandavam OTT release date

Theatrical release (India)	12 December 2025
OTT / digital release (India)	9 January 2026
Gap between theatre and OTT	28 days
Streaming now on	Netflix

Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.

Akhanda Collection: all movies in order

Akhanda (2 December 2021)
Akhanda 2: Thaandavam (12 December 2025) · this movie

Listed in release order, as per TMDB's Akhanda Collection.

Akhanda 2: Thaandavam story (no spoilers)

Akhanda 2: Thaandavam continues the story of Akhanda Rudra Sikandar Aghora, who, after saving his family and protecting his people, retreated into isolation. Years later, new threats emerge that put the world in danger. As the world burns, Akhanda returns to face these dangers. The film is an action drama directed by Boyapati Srinu, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna in the lead role, with Pragya Jaiswal, Samyuktha, and Aadhi Pinisetty in supporting roles. The story focuses on Akhanda's return to confront the new threats and protect the world once again.

Should you watch Akhanda 2: Thaandavam?

Watch it for

Nandamuri Balakrishna reprises his dual role as Akhanda Rudra Sikandar Aghora and Murali Krishna in this sequel to the 2021 film Akhanda.
Director Boyapati Srinu returns to helm the second installment of the Akhanda Collection, known for his action-packed style.
The film is a Telugu action drama with a runtime of 164 minutes, offering a substantial dose of high-stakes conflict.
The ensemble cast includes Pragya Jaiswal, Samyuktha, Aadhi Pinisetty, and Kabir Duhan Singh, adding depth to the narrative.

Skip it if

You are not a fan of over-the-top action and mass-oriented drama, as the genre and director's style suggest a loud, intense experience.
You prefer shorter films; the 164-minute runtime demands a significant time commitment.
You are looking for a light-hearted or family-friendly movie; the U/A 16+ certificate indicates mature content.

Akhanda 2: Thaandavam cast

Nandamuri Balakrishnaas Akhanda Rudra Sikandar Aghora / Murali Krishna

Pragya Jaiswalas Saranya Bachupally

Samyukthaas Archana Goswami

Aadhi Pinisettyas Netra

Akshara Nunna Sujana

Harshaali Malthotraas Janani

Kabir Duhan Singhas Ajit Thakur

Shamna Kasimas Padmavathi

Saswata Chatterjeeas Chang

Tarun Khannaas Lord Shiva

Akhanda 2: Thaandavam movie details

Director	Boyapati Srinu
Writer	Boyapati Srinu
Music	S. Thaman
Cinematography	C. Ramprasad, Santoshh D Detakae
Producer	Ram Achanta, Gopichand Achanta
Release date	12 December 2025
Runtime	2h 44m (164 minutes)
Original language	Telugu
Country of origin	India
Languages spoken in the film	Telugu
Original title	అఖండ 2: తాండవం
Certificate (India)	U/A 16+

Parental guide: is Akhanda 2: Thaandavam family friendly?

ViolenceStrong

LanguageModerate

Sexual contentMild

Family viewingNot ideal

This is a general guide based on the action genre and U/A 16+ certificate; parental discretion is advised. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.

Akhanda 2: Thaandavam official trailer

Our verdict

Akhanda 2: Thaandavam delivers the mass action and drama expected from a Boyapati Srinu film, with Balakrishna returning in a dual role. The 164-minute runtime may test some viewers' patience, but fans of the genre will find plenty to enjoy. It's a sequel that stays true to its predecessor's tone.