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Akhanda 2 Twitter Review: Nandamuri Balakrishna's film receives mixed reactions, netizens call it "pro max cringe"

Akhanda 2 have received mixed reviews, with many fans calling the film “cringe” and criticizing its over-the-top action and preachy dialogues. While Balakrishna’s performance as Akhanda Rudra is praised, viewers warn that the film’s second half and background music may test patience.

December 12, 2025 / 01:08 IST
Akhanda 2 received negative reviews

The eagerly awaited Boyapati Sreenu-directed film, Akhanda 2, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, is set to open in theatres on December 12, 2025. Despite the technical issues and delays, the film has officially premiered in the selected theatres, with the audience pouring in early reviews on social media.

Several viewers took to their X (formerly Twitter) handle and shared their first review of Akhanda 2. While several fans called the film ‘cringe’, others called it average. Meanwhile, some of the viewers have urged others to enjoy the film without logic and Physics.

One person wrote, “Akhanda2 ~ 2.25/5 - Strictly Average. Balakrishna is terrific as Akhanda, yet the constant preaching and over the top action wear you out after a while. Bgm irritates. Watch it if you are a fan and in the mood for endless fights without much meaning.”

Another added, “Mother death scene to till end... Absolute rampage... #Akhanda2Thaandavam #Akhanda.”

“No Physics, No Logic just enjoy Balayya's Akhanda Rudhra Thandavam #Akhanda2Thandavam,” penned another.

Another viewer tweeted, “Akhanda final review. 1st half - cringe and decent. 2nd half - pro max cringe with routine story plot. Plus point of movie @MusicThaman Minus point Don’t take kids to this movie they will cry for sure."

One tweet reads, “In the name of god balayya & boya have invested heavily on cringe pro max action episodes. Life time troll stuff #Akhanda2 Second half horrible. Hindu dharma ...china ... cheppalani teesaru. Sorry Akhanda is 100 times better.”

About Akhanda 2

In the Boyapati Sreenu film, Nandamuri Balakrishna portrays Akhanda Rudra in two different roles, Murali Krishna and Sikandar Aghora.

In the film, which stars Aadhi Pinishetty, Harshaali Malhotra, Kabir Duhan Singh, Saswata Chatterjee, Ronson Vincent, Achyuth Kumar, P Sai Kumar, Poorna, Ravi Mariya, Harsha Chemudu, and others in key roles.

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Samyuktha Menon plays the female lead opposite the veteran actor. The songs and original score for Akhanda 2 were written by Thaman S.

Gayatri Rani
Gayatri Rani is a Senior-Sub Editor with over three years of experience in delivering Hollywood and Bollywood news.
first published: Dec 12, 2025 01:07 am

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