Balakrishna in Talks with Multiple Directors
Among senior heroes in Telugu cinema, one name clearly stands out today and it's Nandamuri Balakrishna.
By: Priya Chowdhary Nuthalapti | 6 Feb 2026 2:05 PM ISTAmong senior heroes in Telugu cinema, one name clearly stands out today and it's Nandamuri Balakrishna. At an age when many actors slow down, Balakrishna is moving ahead with strong confidence and delivering back-to-back hits. His recent success streak has surprised not only fans but also the film industry.
Balakrishna has almost delivered five consecutive hit films which is a rare achievement for any senior hero. Starting with Akhanda, he made a powerful comeback and proved that mass cinema still works when presented well. that came Veera Simha Reddy.
He followed it up with Bhagavanth Kesari and Daaku Maharaj continued his successful run, adding one more hit to his list. Only Akhanda 2 faced a setback recently, but that has not affected Balakrishna’s overall momentum.
What makes this phase special is not just the box office success, but also the excitement around his upcoming projects. Balakrishna is currently working on NBK111 and expectations are already high. At the same time, discussions about NBK112 have created a strong buzz in film circles.
Reports suggest that multiple directors are in talks with Balakrishna for his 112th film. Projects with popular names like Dil Raju, Vivek Athreya, and Anil Ravipudi are under discussion. There is also talk about a possible sequel to Aditya 999, which has excited long-time fans who remember the original film fondly.
