
Nandamuri Balakrishna, a name synonymous with mass entertainers in Tollywood, has been delivering a string of hits with his recent mass entertainers. Currently, he is working on a film with director Bobby, known as NBK 109. The film team recently announced the title as 'Daku Maharaj' and released a gripping teaser that gave goosebumps to Nandamuri fans. However, the title and teaser alone subtly reveal the plot of the film. Let's take a closer look.



What’s in the Teaser?



Produced under the banner of Sithara Entertainments by Naga Vamshi, the upcoming film 'Daku Maharaj' featuring actor Balakrishna and directed by Bobby is set to be a Sankranthi release on January 12, 2025. The released teaser starts with the dialogue, "This story isn’t about gods who spread light, nor about demons who dominate darkness, not even about Ravana who played with demons. This story is about a king who waged wars without a kingdom, a Yama wielding a mighty axe, a Maharaja who terrified even death itself." The visuals and dialogues delivered by Balakrishna in the teaser promise an intense action-packed narrative. Fans are excited, anticipating another mass spectacle from Balakrishna.




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Inspired by Daku Mansingh...



The role of 'Daku Maharaj' played by Balakrishna is reportedly based on the real life of a person. Moviegoers are curious about who this 'Daku Maharaj' could be. His real name is known to be Daku Mansingh, a famous dacoit from the Punjab and Chambal regions. Amitabh Bachchan once mentioned in an interview that he was quite fearful of Mansingh’s robberies and his ability to escape during his childhood. It’s notable that Mansingh didn’t use the stolen wealth for himself but distributed it among the poor, according to the locals from Chambal.




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Is This the Story?



The recent teaser suggests that director Bobby has crafted Balakrishna’s film inspired by the famous dacoit Daku Mansingh. This implies that in the film, Balakrishna's character will likely stand with the people, targeting those who exploit and rob them. He seems poised to cleverly redistribute the wealth taken from the oppressors back to the people. The story is also said to reflect three different eras, raising the question of whether Daku Maharaj will be a central figure throughout the film or just part of one segment.




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Balakrishna in Three Roles...



After the superhit 'Bhagavanth Kesari', Balakrishna is back in 'Daku Maharaj', featuring alongside Pragya Jaiswal, Chandini Chowdary, and Shraddha Srinath. Bollywood actor Bobby Deol will appear in a key role, and a leading actor from the Malayalam film industry is also expected to join the cast. The story will reportedly show Balakrishna in three different aspects, promising another level of action sequences. S.S. Thaman is composing the music for this film.




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Balakrishna's 'Daku Maharaj' Teaser Sparks Curiosity – Is This the Story Behind His Three Intense Roles?


Veteran actor Venkatesh is starring in the film Sankranthiki Vasthunnam, directed by the talented Anil Ravipudi. The movie features young heroine Meenakshi Chaudhary as Venkatesh's co-star, with Aishwarya Rajesh playing a significant second lead. Produced by Dil Raju, the film is set to release on January 14, 2025, as a Sankranti treat. Recently, the team held a press meet where director Anil Ravipudi shared an interesting incident from the film's shoot.



"Accidentally Pointed a Real Gun"



Tamil actor VTV Ganesh, who won the hearts of Telugu audiences with his single dialogue "Evarraa Nuvvu Intha Talented?" in Beast, plays a key role in Sankranthiki Vasthunnam. During the press meet, Anil Ravipudi shared a humorous yet nerve-wracking moment from the set involving VTV Ganesh. He recounted, "Ganesh sir asked me if I knew what a real gun felt like. Senior actor Naresh, who was on set, brought out his licensed gun. Without realizing it was loaded, I jokingly pointed it at Ganesh sir's head at point-blank range. Naresh panicked and immediately removed the bullets, explaining that even a slight touch could fire it. It was a close call. Ganesh sir, you must have a bright future, which is why you were saved that day!" Anil added that many such funny incidents occurred during the shoot.




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"That’s When the Industry Thrives"



During the press meet, Venkatesh shared his thoughts, explaining that the team began production with the aim of releasing the film during Sankranti. He expressed confidence that the movie will resonate with fans and family audiences, offering them a fantastic festival watch. Venkatesh also extended his wishes for the success of Game Changer, starring Ram Charan, and Daku Maharaj, starring Balakrishna, both releasing during Sankranti. He remarked that the industry thrives when every film does well. Senior actor Naresh also praised Venkatesh, calling him one of the most versatile actors in India.




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Sankranti Hat-Trick Releases!



The Sankranti season of 2025 is shaping up to be crucial for producer Dil Raju, who has three films lined up. Apart from Sankranthiki Vasthunnam, he is producing Game Changer, directed by Tamil filmmaker Shankar and starring Ram Charan, which is set to release worldwide on January 10, 2025. Additionally, he is distributing Daku Maharaj, a Balakrishna starrer directed by Bobby. Speaking at the press meet, Dil Raju expressed his confidence in all three films achieving great success. He also humorously commented about Anil Ravipudi, saying, "Anticipating competition from Game Changer during Sankranti, Anil cleverly titled his movie Sankranthiki Vasthunnam."




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70% Theaters Reserved for Dil Raju’s Films!



With two direct releases and another film's theatrical rights secured, Dil Raju has already positioned himself strategically for Sankranti 2025. Reports suggest that he has been in talks with theater owners and distributors to ensure maximum screen allocation for his movies. Film circles are abuzz with speculation that 70% of theaters are already reserved for Dil Raju's projects, leaving the remaining films to manage with the remaining 30%. While this is currently just a rumor, further clarity on the situation is expected soon.




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Venkatesh’s Sankranti Treat: Hilarious Gun Mishap on Set, Big Box Office Clash Looms!


Allu Arjun, under the direction of Sukumar, has created significant buzz with 'Pushpa 2' nationwide. The movie is set to hit screens worldwide on December 5. As the release date approaches, there's daily buzz about 'Pushpa 2', keeping the excitement alive online. Recently, the makers announced that the trailer would be released on November 17, further elevating expectations for a massive celebration.



Trailer Runtime Locked!



In 'Pushpa 2', directed by Sukumar and starring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna returns as the heroine, while Malayalam star Fahadh Faasil plays the antagonist. Key roles are also portrayed by Jagapathi Babu, Sunil, Rao Ramesh, and Anasuya among others. The trailer launch is set for November 17 at 6:03 PM in Patna's capital, Bihar. In light of this, the production company has officially fixed the trailer's runtime at 2 minutes and 55 seconds, promising a purely mad celebration. The trailer launch event will start at 5 PM at Gandhi Maidan in Patna.




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Rashmika Reminisces About Pushpa



As everyone knows, Rashmika Mandanna was incredibly charming as Srivalli in 'Pushpa'. With the 'Pushpa 2' trailer release around the corner, she has been reminiscing about the first part and shared that there are visuals from 'Pushpa 1' that she hasn't shared until now. Thus, she posted some photos and a making video of the song 'Saami', including a look test for Srivalli, a still with Allu Arjun in Russia, and photos with director Sukumar and the producers. She also mentioned doing research in Tirupati for her character, Srivalli.



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Thaman Feels Overwhelmed by Pushpa 2!



Recent reports confirm Thaman's involvement in the 'Pushpa 2' team. At the teaser launch event for 'Daku Maharaj', Thaman responded that it's true he's part of this film and not just him, but many musicians are working on it. "Pushpa 2 is a huge film. The business done is also terrifying. How we managed to complete the film in just 15 days includes some challenging and also some terrifying aspects. I could only be a part of this film, but the director and hero are happy with what I've done," he explained.




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Sreeleela's Remuneration for Pushpa 2?



The film 'Pushpa 2', forming under the dynamic duo of Allu Arjun and Sukumar, is set for a worldwide release on December 5. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers with a budget of approximately ₹500 crores, they are sparing no expense. In this context, there is talk about the hefty remuneration given to Sreeleela for an item song in 'Pushpa 2'. Reportedly, she received ₹2 crores for a song that goes 'Kissiki', and the total cost including the set and her fee is estimated to be around ₹5 crores.




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