Bajrangi Bhaijaan's Harshali Malhotra to make South film debut with Akhanda 2

India Today

2 days ago

Actor Harshali Malhotra of 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' fame, who won hearts across the nation as the silent and lovable Munni, is all set to return to the silver screen. She will be seen in a new role in the much-awaited Telugu sequel 'Akhanda 2'. The film, starring veteran actor Nandamuri Balakrishna and directed by Boyapati Sreenu, will mark Harshali's debut in South Indian cinema.advertisementHarshali shared a heartfelt note on Instagram, announcing her comeback and introducing her character, Janani, to the world. Along with a character poster, she wrote, "Munni was not just a character; she was a feeling, a memory, a heartbeat - something that stayed with you, and with me. After all these years, I've held on to your love - patiently, silently, and with a heart full of gratitude. While you were remembering Munni, I was preparing - learning, growing, and becoming. So that one day, when I return, I return not just as that little girl, but as someone ready to feel everything again on screen, with you (sic)."
She introduced her new role with deep emotion, saying, "Meet JANANI - a new story, a new emotion, a new chapter of me. She laughs, she dreams, she speaks from the heart, and I've poured my soul into every scene. Iss baar bhi mujhe aapka pyaar chahiye - wahi ashirvaad, wahi taaliyon ki goonj, wahi aankhon ka pyaar, mere liye wahi jazbaat. From Munni's silence to JANANI's voice, this isn't just my return - it's ours."
'Akhanda 2' is the sequel to the 2021 blockbuster 'Akhanda', known for its high-octane action, spiritual elements, and Balakrishna's commanding performance. With Boyapati Sreenu once again helming the project and the return of Balakrishna's character, the film is expected to offer the same mass appeal, with added emotional depth.The film is set for a pan-India release on September 25, 2025, coinciding with the Dussehra festival. It will release in five languages - Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.- Ends