Akhanda 2: Nara Lokesh's "Mental Mass" Reaction; ₹200 Cr Budget, Balakrishna's ₹75 Cr Fee

• Akhanda 2, the sequel to the 2021 hit, was released on December 12, starring Balakrishna and directed by Boyapati Sreenu.
• Nara Lokesh, Balakrishna's son-in-law and AP Minister, congratulated him on the film's release, calling it a "mental mass statement."
• The film's production cost reportedly exceeded Rs. 200 crores, making it Balakrishna's highest-budget film, planned for a Pan-India release.
• Balakrishna's remuneration for Akhanda 2 is reportedly Rs. 75 crores, his highest to date.
• Director Boyapati Sreenu received Rs. 35-40 crores, and music director S. Thaman received Rs. 15-20 crores.

Why It Matters: Akhanda 2's huge budget and star salaries set new industry financial benchmarks.