Can¡¯t wait to watch Daaku Maharaaj? 5 Nandamuri Balakrishna films to revisit before the action drama

Nandamuri Balakrishna will soon be seen in Daaku Maharaaj, slated to hit the screens on January 12. The action drama has created a fair deal of buzz in the industry as it features the veteran actor in a ¡®massy¡¯ avatar. Moreover, its trailer has clicked with Nata Simham¡¯s ardent fans.

Balakakrishna, who is Sr NTR¡¯s son, has been an integral part of the industry for nearly five decades. During his long and illustrious career, he has emerged as the undisputed choice of the masses with his impressive body of work. With NBK set to entertain the audience yet again, here is a look at some of his most unforgettable action dramas

Narasimha Naidu (2001)

Balakrishna was at his best in B Gopal¡¯s Narasimha Naidu, which was set against the backdrop of a bitter feud between two villages in Andhra Pradesh. The film emerged as a massive commercial success and received rave reviews with critics lauding the presentation and confrontation scenes.

Narasimha Naidu featured Simran as the leading lady and gave her ample scope to unleash her glamorous side. The film was later remade in Tamil as Ezhumalai with Arjun in the lead.

Simha (2010)

The Boyapati Srinu-helmed blockbuster centred on a professor who falls in love with a college student after protecting her from goons. It featured Balakrishna in a double role and gave him ample scope to showcase his abilities. The star did complete justice to both characters and won a Nandi Award. The cast included Sneha Ullal, Nayanthara, and Sai Kumar.

Akhanda (2021)

Akhanda, Balakrishna and Boyapati Srinu¡¯s third film after Simha and Legend, featured the veteran actor in the role of an aghori who fights the forces of evil. He also played the role of his brother. The film emerged as a rage among the audience with its roaring punch dialogues and unforgettable elevation sequences. The blockbuster starred Pragya Jaiswal as the leading lady. A sequel to Akhanda is currently in the works.

Veera Simha Reddy (2023)

Balakrishna played two distinct roles in Veera Simha Reddy, a pakka commercial entertainer with mass elements and an emotional storyline. It revolves around the events that unfold when the protagonist learns a truth about his father. Veera Simha Reddy emerged as a commercial success despite clashing with Chiranjeevi¡¯s Waltair Veerayya.

Bhagavanth Kesari (2023)

Anil Ravipudi helped Balakrishna experiment with his reel image without alienating his target audience. Bhagavanth Kesari featured all trademark commercial elements that are synonyms with the ¡®god of the masses¡¯. However, it was more than just a routine entertainer as it touched upon women's empowerment.

The film starred Kajal Aggarwal and Sreeleela as the leading ladies. Arjun Rampal played the villain opposite NBK.