The much-anticipated Telugu action spectacle, 'Akhanda 2: Thaandavam', starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, has demonstrated a tale of two distinct phases at the domestic box office. The film, directed by Boyapati Srinu, enjoyed a powerful and steady run over its first ten days, only to encounter a significant decline as it entered its second week on weekdays.
A Powerful First Ten Days at the Box Office
According to industry estimates, 'Akhanda 2' posted a formidable total in its initial phase. The film amassed an impressive Rs 84.45 crore India net collection across all languages during this ten-day period. Its performance was bolstered by strong audience turnout over the weekends, which provided crucial momentum.
The second weekend, in particular, showed positive growth. After collecting Rs 1.7 crore on its second Friday (Day 8), the numbers jumped to Rs 2.55 crore on Saturday (Day 9). The film then hit its second-week peak on Sunday (Day 10), garnering approximately Rs 3.45 crore India net, indicating sustained interest from moviegoers.
The Sharp Monday Decline on Day 11
The robust run, however, was interrupted by a steep fall as the new week began. Early estimates from the Sacnilk website indicate that on its eleventh day, which was Monday, December 22, 2025, the film's collections plummeted. 'Akhanda 2' managed to earn only around Rs 65 lakhs India net across all versions on that day.
This figure represents a drastic drop from the Rs 3.45 crore collected on the preceding Sunday. With the Day 11 earnings included, the total cumulative box office collection for 'Akhanda 2' now stands at approximately Rs 85.1 crore India net.
Occupancy Details and Critical Reception
The dip in collections was reflected in the theatre occupancy rates for Monday. The overall Telugu occupancy for 'Akhanda 2' was recorded at 16.51%. The show-wise breakdown was as follows:
- Morning Shows: 14.15%
- Afternoon Shows: 16.00%
- Evening Shows: 19.09%
- Night Shows: 16.80%
The film features an ensemble cast including Balakrishna Nandamuri, Samyuktha Menon, Aadhi Pinisetty, Harshaali Malhotra, Kabir Duhan Singh, and Saswata Chatterjee. While the movie has delivered on scale and high-octane action, critical response has been mixed. A review from ETimes noted that "Akhanda 2 delivers scale, noise and a handful of impactful moments but struggles to recreate the gripping emotional core and narrative tightness that made Akhanda click for many viewers."
The box office trajectory of 'Akhanda 2' highlights a common pattern for major mass entertainers—strong initial and weekend patronage followed by a contraction on weekdays. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether the film can stabilize and continue its march towards higher milestones.
