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Child actress Harshaali Malhotra, famous for her role as Munni in Bajrangi Bhaijaan, is making a significant comeback in Telugu cinema. She will star alongside veteran actor Nandamuri Balakrishna in the upcoming film Akhanda 2, playing a character named Janani. The movie is scheduled for a theatrical release on September 25, 2025, and is directed by Boyapati Sreenu. Harshaali has expressed deep emotional connections to her new role, emphasizing her growth and preparation over the years.

Key Points: Harshaali Malhotra Returns in Balakrishna's Akhanda 2

  • Harshaali Malhotra cast as Janani in Akhanda 2
  • Film directed by Boyapati Sreenu and set for September 2025 release
  • Follows her breakthrough role in Bajrangi Bhaijaan
  • Marks her comeback to big screen after years of preparation
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'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' fame Harshaali Malhotra joins Nandamuri Balakrishna in 'Akhanda 2'

Bajrangi Bhaijaan's Munni Harshaali Malhotra joins Nandamuri Balakrishna in highly anticipated Telugu film Akhanda 2

"From Munni's silence to JANANI's voice, this isn't just my return - It's ours - Harshaali Malhotra"

Mumbai, July 2

'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' fame Harshaali Malhotra has joined veteran actor Nandamuri Balakrishna in 'Akhanda 2'.

Trade analyst Taran Adarsh on Tuesday took to X and announced the casting of Harshaali in the upcoming film.

"HARSHAALI MALHOTRA TO STAR IN 'AKHANDA 2', STARRING BALAKRISHNA... After winning hearts as #Munni in #BajrangiBhaijaan, #HarshaaliMalhotra returns to the big screen with #Akhanda2. She essays the pivotal role of #Janani in the much-awaited film starring #NandamuriBalakrishna. Directed by #BoyapatiSreenu, #Akhanda2 is scheduled for a theatrical release on [Thursday] 25 Sept 2025. Produced by #RaamAchanta and #GopiAchanta... Music by #ThamanS... #MTejeswiniNandamuri presentation," Adarsh wrote on X.

https://x.com/taran_adarsh/status/1940374562601865283

A while ago, Harshaali, who rose to fame with her character of Munni in Salman Khan-starrer Bajrangi Bhaijaan, expressed her excitement about her film 'Akhanda 2' with Nandamuri Balakrishna.

"Ek khamoshi thi jo sab kuch keh gayi,Ek muskaan thi jo dil mein reh gayi. Chhoti si Munni thi, par yaadon mein badi ban gayi. Aaj phir ek kahaani lekar aayi hoon, Is baar lafzon ke saath, ek nayi roshni ban kar chhayi hoon Munni was not just a character; she was a feeling, a memory, a heartbeat -something that stayed with you, and with me," she posted on Instagram.

"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," Harshaali expressed.

She also opened up about her character 'Janani' that she portrays in the film.

"And now, I'm finally ready to share her with you 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," she concluded.

'Akhanda 2' will be out in theatres on September 25.

- ANI

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Priya S
Honestly skeptical about this casting. Harshaali was amazing as a child artist but Telugu commercial cinema is different from Bollywood. Hope Boyapati Sreenu gives her a proper role and not just a flowerpot character.
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Aditya G
As a fan of both Bollywood and Tollywood, this is exciting news! Harshaali's emotional depth combined with Balakrishna's mass appeal - what a combination. Thaman's music will be the cherry on top. Booking tickets already! 🎬
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Shreya B
Her Instagram post was so poetic and heartfelt! You can see how much thought she's putting into this comeback. From Munni to Janani - what a journey! Wishing her all the success. Indian cinema needs more talented actresses like her.
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Karthik V
Hope they don't waste her talent in just songs and glamour shots. Akhanda 1 was pure mass entertainment but lacked good female roles. With Thaman's music and Balakrishna's screen presence, this could be a blockbuster if done right.
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Nisha Z
After Bajrangi Bhaijaan, I thought she'd disappear like many child stars. So happy to see her making a comeback with such a big project! Her dedication shows in her Instagram post. All the best to the team! 🙏

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