Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2 Premiered in Theatres, Now Set for Netflix Streaming

Nandamuri Balakrishna’s Telugu fantasy action sequel Akhanda 2: Thaandavam will begin streaming on Netflix from January 9, 2026, less than a month after its theatrical release. Directed by Boyapati Srinu, the film hit cinemas worldwide on December 12, 2025, in both 2D and 3D formats. Netflix has acquired the post-theatrical digital rights, following the standard four-week theatrical-to-OTT window now common for major Telugu releases.

Balakrishna reprises his powerful dual role as the divine Aghori warrior Akhanda, facing off against a new supernatural villain played by Aadhi Pinisetty. The supporting cast features Samyuktha Menen, Kabir Duhan Singh, and child actor Harshaali Malhotra, who makes her debut in Telugu cinema.

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Early audience reactions have been mixed but lean positive among fans of mass commercial entertainers, praising Balakrishna’s screen presence, S. Thaman’s background score, and the grand-scale action sequences, while some reviewers pointed to a familiar storyline. The film currently holds an IMDb rating of 5.8/10.

With its theatrical run still ongoing, the confirmed January 9, 2026, OTT premiere gives viewers who missed the big-screen experience a quick opportunity to watch the mythological action spectacle at home on Netflix.

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