This Dussehra, Tollywood is gearing up for one of the biggest box office battles in recent memory. On September 25, two heavyweight films—Pawan Kalyan’s gangster drama OG and Balakrishna’s high-octane sequel Akhanda 2—are set to clash head-on. This marks the first direct face-off between the two stars, igniting excitement and fierce debates among fans and trade circles alike.
OG, directed by Sujeeth of Saaho fame, marks a stylish return for Pawan Kalyan as a powerful gangster. With a jaw-dropping budget exceeding ₹250 crores, the film promises sleek action, gripping visuals, and mass appeal. The first look and teaser received thunderous applause, and with a pan-India release planned, expectations are sky-high. Despite delays due to Pawan’s political commitments, the team has pushed the limits to deliver a high-quality cinematic experience.
On the other side, Akhanda 2 brings back the explosive combination of Balakrishna and director Boyapati Srinu, who earlier delivered blockbusters like Simha, Legend, and Akhanda. Backed by a ₹200 crore budget and produced by Balayya’s daughter Tejaswini under 14 Reels Entertainment, the film promises to continue its legacy of mass elevation and mythological action. With actress Samyuktha as the lead and a pan-India rollout, the sequel has its own massive fan following to bank on.
While the excitement builds, trade analysts express concern over potential theatre allocation issues and split audience attention, especially with both films targeting the same festive crowd. Yet, the buzz is undeniable—fans are gearing up, theatres are bracing for impact, and Tollywood is about to witness a historic cinematic showdown. Who will emerge as the Dussehra box office king? Only time will tell.
