Nandamuri Balakrishna, a powerhouse in Telugu cinema, is currently immersed in the production of his highly anticipated film, Akhanda 2: Tandavam, a sequel to his blockbuster hit Akhanda. Directed by Boyapati Sreenu, this film is set for a grand release on September 25, 2025. Following this, Balakrishna is slated to work on another project, with reports also indicating a potential future collaboration with director Krish, who previously helmed Gautamiputra Satakarni with the actor.
Recent industry whispers have touched upon casting decisions for Balakrishna’s upcoming ventures, particularly involving the actress Honey Rose. Honey Rose gained significant popularity in Telugu cinema after starring opposite Balakrishna himself in the 2023 Sankranthi blockbuster, Veera Simha Reddy, where she played a pivotal role as his on-screen wife. Her performance in the film was well-received, solidifying her presence in the industry.
Despite this successful pairing, recent unverified reports circulating on social media suggested a curious dynamic regarding her potential future collaborations with Balakrishna. These unsubstantiated claims hinted that director Krish might have proposed Honey Rose for a future project with Balakrishna, but that Balakrishna himself expressed a preference for a different heroine.
The same speculative reports controversially linked this supposed preference to alleged past “private photos” of Balakrishna and Honey Rose, claiming they went viral and caused displeasure to Balakrishna’s wife, Vasundhara Devi. It is crucial to note that such claims about private photos and marital discord involving Balakrishna and Honey Rose are entirely baseless and lack any credible journalistic verification. The widespread professional appreciation for Honey Rose’s work with Balakrishna in Veera Simha Reddy stands as a clear fact, with any other narratives emerging purely from unfounded gossip within certain industry circles.