Akhanda 2 has a geopolitical backdrop. And when it is time for geopolitics in Indian cinema, it invariably involves cross-border terrorism abetted by Pakistan. A soldier defends India because he has to safeguard its territorial integrity. A spy is informed by the same duty. But Balakrishna's divinely-inspired character in Akhanda 2 defends the country because he is committed to its Dharmic identity. Boyapati Sreenu's idea has the potential to add a new flavour to the 'Patriot versus Terrorist' template. The hero singularly and personally wages a surgical strike, one mass killing spree at a time.
Aadhi Pinisetty's villainous character is not just bad but demonic. He probably acquires paranormal powers through rituals. The fights involve despicable soldiers from the enemy land. Elements like the Kumbh Mela being under attack shore up the scale of the pan-Indian movie.
Also featuring Samyuktha (as a special agent), Harshali, and Kabir Duhan Singh, Akhanda 2 has Thaman belting out his kind of thunderous score. Produced by 14 Reels Plus, the film will hit the cinemas on December 5 in Telugu, Hindi and other languages.
