Netizens React to Pragya Jaiswal’s Absence in Akhanda 2 Nandmuri Balakrishna Clarifies the Real Reason
Fans were surprised to learn that Pragya Jaiswal isn’t part of Akhanda 2. Nandamuri Balakrishna now clarifies the real reason behind her absence, putting an end to rumours and fan speculation.
The 2021 blockbuster Akhanda, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna and Pragya Jaiswal, set massive expectations for its sequel. Ever since Akhanda 2 was announced, fans eagerly anticipated seeing the hit pairing of Balakrishna and Pragya Jaiswal together once again on screen. Also Read: Kichcha Sudeep Powers Through in T-Series Tamil’s Electrifying New Single “Varum Vetri” However, when news broke that Pragya would not be part of the sequel, netizens were left disappointed. Social media was flooded with reactions, with many demanding the return of Pragya’s character, Saranya Bachupally, whose emotional depth and chemistry with Balakrishna were central to the original film’s success. Amid this wave of curiosity and speculation, Nandamuri Balakrishna addressed the matter and put the rumours to rest. His explanation highlighted not only his respect for Pragya as an artiste but also his intention to do complete justice to her craft. Balakrishna shared, “Pragya Jaiswal is incredibly talented, and she was fantastic in Part 1. We didn’t have a strong enough part for her in the sequel, and it wouldn’t have been fair to bring her back in a role that didn’t do justice to her performance in the first film” As Saranya, Pragya delivered a performance marked by intensity, grace, and emotional nuance. Her chemistry with Balakrishna was widely praised and became one of the film’s strongest elements making her absence in the sequel all the more deeply felt by audiences.