Akhanda 2 Twitter Explodes: Balakrishna's Mass Roar Divides Fans in Epic Sequel Showdown

Nandamuri Balakrishna's Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2021 blockbuster, hit theaters with paid premieres on December 11, 2025, sparking a firestorm of social media reactions. Directed by Boyapati Srinu, the film features Balakrishna in three powerful avatars alongside Samyuktha, Aadhi Pinisetty, and Harshali Malhotra, promising amplified action, dialogues, and mass entertainment.

Early Twitter reviews paint a polarized picture. Die-hard fans hail it as a 'paisa vasool' triumph, praising Balakrishna's electrifying screen presence and S. Thaman's pulsating BGM. One enthusiast declared, 'Balakrishna is unstoppable, the BGM is electrifying, and the action is top tier. 1st Half - Pure Goosebumps, 2nd half - Extraordinary.'[2] Supporters highlight the film's commercial flair, with extended fight sequences, loud dialogues, and a climax tailored for mass appeal, calling it 'divine mass madness with even more scale, emotion, and intensity.'[2]

Overseas audiences echoed the excitement from premieres on December 11, sharing positive vibes about the star's commanding performance in varied close-ups and the story's strength for mass cinema lovers.[4][2]

However, detractors were vocal, branding it a '3-hour torture' plagued by 'brain-dead writing, cringe dialogues, directionless screenplay, cheap VFX, and ZERO logic.'[1] Critics lamented the lack of emotional connect compared to the original, with one fan noting, 'Akhanda 1 was pure mass magic... but Akhanda 2 just couldn't match that legacy.'[1] Common complaints include logicless scenes, wasted supporting cast, underwhelming second half, and Thaman's inconsistent score, dubbing it the 'weakest movie in Boya-Bal ayya combo.'[3][1]

Mixed verdicts dominate, with some calling it an 'underwhelming mass ride' where Balakrishna single-handedly elevates weak writing, particularly post-interval.[3] While interval sequences and select action blocks win applause, the overall execution draws flak for senseless rampage and poor villain arcs.[3]

As box office numbers roll in, Akhanda 2 underscores Balakrishna's enduring pull in Telugu cinema, thriving on fan loyalty amid divided opinions. Will it replicate the first film's success? Social media buzz suggests a blockbuster for masses, but a disappointment for story seekers.