Sep 06, 2026 7:06pm IST
Nandamuri Balakrishna Makes Dec 24 a Three-Way Clash, His ‘Dada’ Locks Horns with Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’ and Nagarjuna’s ‘King100’
The title of Nandamuri Balakrishna’s upcoming Telugu-language epic historical action-drama, directed by Gopichandh Malineni, has finally been revealed. Formerly known only as “NBK111,” the film’s official title was grandly announced on September 6 as “Dada.”
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Alongside the title glimpse of the film, the makers also confirmed that it will be released on December 24, 2026. Joining Balayya, Manchu Manoj, Kajal Aggarwal and Swasika Vijay will also feature in pivotal roles. Venkata Satish Kilaru has produced it under the Vriddhi Cinemas banner. S. Thaman will step in as the music composer, responsible for the musical score and background tracks.
With the Christmas Eve release plans, “Dada” is all set to clash with another Telugu project, Nagarjuna’s “King100,” as well as Shah Rukh Khan’s Hindi film, “King,” at the box office. Both the films have previously announced their December 24 release dates. Other movies releasing in the same period include “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Dune: Part Three” on December 18 for the anticipated Dunesday clash. Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black and Kevin Hart-starring “Jumanji: Open World” is looking at a December 25 release.
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While the exact storyline for “Dada” is not known at the moment, the Gopichandh Malineni-directed action-drama is said to be set in dual timelines of ancient history and 1990s Mumbai. Arvind S. Kashyap has been roped in as the cinematographer of the film.
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