The highly anticipated theatrical release of Nandamuri Balakrishna's action-packed sequel, 'Akhanda 2', was abruptly stopped in its tracks. The film, which was scheduled to hit cinemas on Friday, faced an unexpected postponement mere hours before its official launch, sending shockwaves through the fanbase and the industry.
Suresh Babu's Stance on the Public Controversy
While promoting his own project 'Psych Siddhartha', veteran producer Suresh Babu addressed the swirling controversy around 'Akhanda 2'. He expressed solidarity with the film's producers and emphasized that financial dealings should remain behind closed doors.
"Those are all financial matters. They should not be discussed in the open," Babu stated. He critiqued the growing trend of airing the business side of filmmaking in public, arguing that it serves no constructive purpose and only fuels speculation and blame games.
Audience Focus vs. Behind-the-Scenes Drama
Suresh Babu further shared his concern about the frequency with which internal financial issues are becoming public spectacle. "The audience just needs to watch a film. Why are we giving those details? Everyone has these financial issues; they're nothing new," he remarked. He expressed hope for a swift and private resolution to the matter affecting 'Akhanda 2'.
Reports suggest the sudden delay is linked to a legal dispute involving Eros International Media Limited over alleged unpaid dues. This development forced the makers to pull the plug on the release at the eleventh hour, leaving theatres and audiences in limbo.
Makers Assure Fans, New Date Awaited
Meanwhile, the team behind 'Akhanda 2' has been working diligently to resolve the impasse. Although a new release date has not been officially announced, they have assured fans via a social media statement that efforts are ongoing.
The statement expressed deep regret for the delay, apologizing to fans worldwide. "We've tried our absolute best to bring #Akhanda2 to the big screens, but despite our tireless efforts, sometimes, the most unexpected things happen," it read. The producers thanked lead actor Nandamuri Balakrishna and director Boyapati Srinu for their unwavering support.
Ending on a confident note, the makers promised, "Akhanda-2 will hit the bullseye whenever it arrives… coming very soon with a new date." The industry and fans now await further official communication regarding the film's fate.
