1. Introduction
After a thunderous run in theaters, Nandamuri Balakrishna’s devotional action saga, Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, is finally ready to hit our home screens. Directed by Boyapati Srinu, this sequel to the 2021 blockbuster Akhanda brought back the fierce Aghora avatar that fans love. If you missed the “Roar” in theaters, here is everything you need to know about its digital premiere.
2. OTT Release Date & Platform
The wait is officially over. Netflix has secured the digital rights for this massive film.
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OTT Release Date: January 9, 2026 (Today!).
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Platform: Netflix.
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Languages: Streaming in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.
Tip: Since it is available in Hindi from Day 1, this is a great watch for North Indian action movie fans.
3. Budget of the Movie
Akhanda 2 was one of the most expensive films in Balakrishna’s career, with high production values and visual effects.
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Estimated Budget: ₹200 Crore.
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Where the money went: A large portion of the budget was allocated to VFX, massive set pieces for the “Divine” sequences, and the remunerations of the lead cast.
4. Total Box Office Collection
Despite a strong opening day, the movie struggled to maintain momentum over the weeks. Here is the final box office breakdown:
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India Net Collection: Approx. ₹94.45 Crore.
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Overseas Collection: ~₹12.35 Crore.
5. Is Akhanda 2: Thaandavam Hit or Flop?
This is the big question everyone is asking. Given the massive budget of ₹200 Crore, the film needed to collect much more to be profitable.
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Verdict: Flop.
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Reason: The film recovered less than 50% of its investment theatrically. It is reportedly Balakrishna’s lowest-grossing film in the post-COVID era, falling behind Veera Simha Reddy and Bhagavanth Kesari.
6. Fans Review & IMDb Rating
The public talk was a “clash of opinions.”
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Fans’ Verdict: Die-hard fans loved the “High Voltage” action and Thaman’s loud BGM, calling it a “Mass Feast”.
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Critics’ Verdict: Most critics found it to be a “loud mess” and an “endurance test,” feeling the story was weaker than the first part.
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IMDb Rating: Currently hovering around 5.8/10 (Subject to change as OTT audience votes).
Video Recommendation
For a quick visual breakdown of the public’s reaction on Day 1, check out this video: Akhanda 2 Public Review & Reaction This video captures the raw “First Day First Show” excitement and gives you a real feel for what the audience loved and hated about the movie.
