The Telugu film industry is gearing up for a high-voltage box office battle this Dasara, as two heavyweight films — They Call Him OG and Akhanda 2: Thaandavam — are officially slated for release on September 25, 2025.
On one side stands the much-awaited Akhanda 2, the sequel to the 2021 blockbuster Akhanda, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna. Directed once again by Boyapati Sreenu, the film has created a wave of anticipation among fans eager to witness the return of the fierce and spiritual Akhanda. Despite swirling rumours of a delay, the makers have reaffirmed that the film will arrive on schedule, fueling excitement in the Balayya camp.
On the other side is They Call Him OG, featuring Power Star Pawan Kalyan in what’s touted to be one of his most intense roles to date. The film has generated tremendous hype ever since its announcement, with fans eagerly awaiting its theatrical release. With the makers locking in the same Dasara release date, the industry is bracing for a mega showdown between two of Tollywood’s biggest stars.
The rivalry has already spilled over onto social media, where fans of both actors are clashing with full force, claiming early victory for their hero. While some industry insiders speculate that one of the films might eventually reschedule to avoid splitting the market, others are rooting for the rare double-header to go ahead, seeing it as a festival gift for audiences and a moment of box office reckoning.
So far, neither film has rolled out its full promotional campaign, but the buzz is undeniable. Coming in the wake of the Coolie vs War 2 release clash, this battle promises to be another major chapter in Indian cinema’s rivalry lore.
With nearly two months to go, the countdown has officially begun — and come September 25, all eyes will be on who emerges as the true king of the Dasara box office.
