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Nandamuri Balakrishna Slams Modern Actors: "Heroes Just Shoot Before Green Mat"

Veteran actor Nandamuri Balakrishna has strongly criticized the overuse of technology in modern filmmaking. He expressed concern that today's actors simply shoot in front of green screens rather than coming to physical sets. The actor proudly called himself an "original" performer who values storytelling over technical gimmicks. Balakrishna made these remarks during the International Film Festival of India in Goa while promoting his upcoming film Akhanda 2.

Key Points: Balakrishna Criticizes Overuse of VFX in Modern Filmmaking

  • Veteran actor completes 50 years in film industry with pride in his legacy
  • Criticizes technical domination where actors avoid physical sets
  • Emphasizes importance of stories over excessive VFX usage
  • Announces upcoming Akhanda 2 sequel releasing December 5
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Nowadays, heroes just shoot before green or blue mat: Nandamuri Balakrishna slams use of tech in filmmaking

Veteran actor Nandamuri Balakrishna calls himself "original" while criticizing actors who only shoot before green screens, saying modern filmmaking is "technique-dominated."

"Nowadays, they are using it for everything. The heroes also don't come into the sets. They just shoot before the green mat or the blue mat. And I am original. I am not a duplicate. - Nandamuri Balakrishna"

Panjim, November 20

Veteran actor Nandamuri Balakrishna slammed the alleged overuse of technology in filmmaking nowadays, saying that the actors now only shoot in front of green screens and avoid coming on sets.

Addressing mediapersons on the sidelines of IFFI Goa 2025, Nandamuri Balakrishna called out the "technical domination" in filmmaking while reflecting on his legacy in the entertainment industry.

"I have completed 50 years in the film industry. Why? It's not, I am the son of NTR, that I am continuing. It is the knowledge I have about movies, and it's the legacy I am taking. For what it is, I am proud of it. Only nowadays filmmaking is totally technique-dominated," Balakrishna said.

The actor called himself an "original" actor when compared to the present era of filmmaking, which allegedly relied heavily on VFX and other technologies.

"My movies are larger than life. So my stories are important for me, and we use do when needed (use of technology). Nowadays, they are using it for everything. The heroes also don't come into the sets. They just shoot before the green mat or the blue mat. And I am original. I am not a duplicate," added Nandamuri Balakrishna.

On the work front, Nandamuri Balakrishna will be next seen in the highly anticipated sequel to his superhit film 'Akhanda'. It is slated to release in theatres on December 5.

Akhanda 2 stars Samyuktha as the female lead and Aadhi Pinisetty in an important role. Harshaali Malhotra also appears in a key part.

The movie is directed by Boyapati Srinu.

The 56th International Film Festival of India is currently underway in Goa. It will run till November 28.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While I respect his experience, technology has its place. Many international films use VFX brilliantly without compromising acting quality. Maybe it's about balance rather than completely rejecting modern techniques?
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Priya S
True that! I miss the authentic feel of older Telugu movies. Nowadays everything looks artificial. Waiting for Akhanda 2 - hope it maintains the original charm! 💫
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Aryan P
But sir, even your movies use VFX for fight sequences and larger-than-life scenes. Technology helps create what's impossible in reality. Times have changed, we should adapt.
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Meera T
As someone who grew up watching Balakrishna garu's films, I completely agree. The raw energy and authenticity can't be replaced by green screens. Original actors like him are truly irreplaceable! ❤️
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Karthik V
Both traditional and modern methods have their place. Let's not dismiss technology completely - it has given us some amazing cinematic experiences. But yes, over-reliance is not good either.

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