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Balakrishna Declares Desire To Act Like His Father

This isn’t mere fanboy nostalgia. Balakrishna essentially paints his own cinematic journey as unfinished.

By:  Shanaz B Syed   |   4 Sept 2025 11:56 PM IST
Balakrishna Declares Desire To Act Like His Father
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Nandamuri Balakrishna isn’t just making a statement, he’s issuing a challenge to himself. The veteran actor recently said he still doesn't consider himself a complete performer and has set his sights on reaching the standards of his legendary father, N. T. Rama Rao. It’s rare to hear such earnest humility from someone who’s rocked over 100 films, shows you just how much the NTR legacy means to him.

This isn’t mere fanboy nostalgia. Balakrishna essentially paints his own cinematic journey as unfinished. With roles spanning mythic heroes, epic biopics, and intense screen presences, he’s carved out an unmistakable identity. But calling himself incomplete? That’s him nudging his inner workaholic, whispering, “You’ve got miles to go.”

For Balakrishna, acting isn’t just about hitting beats on set. It’s a way to honor his father’s monumental impact on Telugu cinema and,or politics. By stating his ambition so publicly, he signals a deeper desire: to carry forward a spirit, not just a name. It transforms a simple career goal into an emotional, generational mission.

So where does Balakrishna go from here? The bar has raised itself. Fans and critics will now be watching keenly to see if his yet-to-be-defined next move delivers that missing spark. Whether it’s a daring role, a creative risk, or an unexpected genre shift, the big question looms.