South Indian film trade is buzzing with a surprising new development. Director Adhik Ravichandran — who delivered the mass entertainer Good Bad Ugly with Ajith Kumar — is reportedly in talks with Telugu legend Nandamuri Balakrishna for a brand new action entertainer, even as his confirmed second collaboration with Ajith Kumar, tentatively titled AK64, faces unexpected delays.
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What’s Happening With AK64?
Earlier, Adhik Ravichandran had confirmed that his next film would be his second collaboration with Ajith Kumar, tentatively titled AK64. While the movie was expected to be officially launched by now, reports suggest that a producer has yet to be finalized, resulting in delays to the project.
In the film industry, producer delays are among the most common — and most frustrating — reasons a confirmed project stalls. With no announcement yet and the clock ticking, Adhik appears to be keeping himself busy rather than waiting.
Nandamuri Balakrishna Connection
According to Valai Pechu, director Adhik Ravichandran has pitched an action entertainer to Nandamuri Balakrishna. With his next project with Ajith Kumar reportedly facing delays, the filmmaker is said to be focusing on another movie for the time being. However, this remains a rumor — neither the actor nor the director has made any official announcement regarding the project.
If it does come together, the combination of Adhik’s high-energy masala filmmaking and Balakrishna’s larger-than-life screen persona could be one of the most exciting cross-industry pairings of 2026–27.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Director | Adhik Ravichandran (Good Bad Ugly) |
| Confirmed Next Project | AK64 with Ajith Kumar (delayed — producer not finalized) |
| New Rumoured Project | Action entertainer with Nandamuri Balakrishna |
| Status | Unconfirmed — no official announcement yet |
| Source | Valai Pechu (trade report) |
| Ajith Kumar’s last film | Good Bad Ugly (directed by Adhik Ravichandran) |
What Are Both Stars Doing Right Now?
Nandamuri Balakrishna was last seen in Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, directed by Boyapati Sreenu. Looking ahead, he is set to collaborate with director Gopichand Malineni on a project tentatively titled NBK111. He has also recently announced a collaboration with director Koratala Siva for a project tentatively titled NBK112, reportedly titled Carpenter, with Anirudh Ravichander likely to compose the music and background score.
Nandamuri Balakrishna — with multiple confirmed projects already on his plate — taking on yet another blockbuster collaboration signals just how hot his career momentum is right now.
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FAQs
Q: Why is Ajith Kumar’s AK64 getting delayed?
Reports suggest that AK64 — director Adhik Ravichandran’s confirmed second film with Ajith Kumar — is facing delays because a producer for the project has not yet been finalized, pushing the official launch further back.
Q: Is Nandamuri Balakrishna officially confirmed to work with Adhik Ravichandran?
No — this is currently an unconfirmed trade report. Neither Balakrishna nor Adhik Ravichandran has made any official announcement about a collaboration as of May 31, 2026.
