After big hits like Akhanda, Veera Simha Reddy, and Bhagavanth Kesari, Nandamuri Balakrishna is back with Daaku Maharaaj. Directed by Bobby Kolli, the film is produced by Surya Devara Nagavamsi and Sai Soujanya under Sitara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas. Starring Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath, and Urvashi Rautela, it was released on January 12, 2025, as a Sankranti treat. The film has received great feedback, with praise for how director Bobby has presented Balakrishna in a fresh way, especially with its stunning visuals. The team expressed their thanks to the audience at a press meet.
Director Bobby Kolli thanked the Telugu audience, saying, “This journey started two years ago, and today, as a Sankranti gift, it’s here for you. Our team worked hard, and I’m happy to see the great response. Producer Naga Vamsi believed in this film, and I’m grateful for that. Last year, I celebrated Sankranti with Waltair Veerayya, and this year with Daaku Maharaj. Sankranti has become extra special for me. Thanks to Thaman for the music and Vijay Kartik for the amazing visuals. Everyone, including editors Niranjan and Ruben, fight master Venkat, and art director Avinash, worked with passion. Balakrishna is very happy with the response, and I thank Naga Vamsi for giving me this opportunity. I wish everyone a happy Sankranti.”
Producer Surya Devara Nagavamsi said, “We had to cancel the pre-release event in Anantapur due to the Tirumala incident. So, we decided to hold the success meet in Anantapur. The film is getting positive feedback from all sections and regions. Balakrishna’s fans are extremely happy, and general audiences are enjoying the movie. Since it’s a festive season, we are confident that the film will perform well at the box office.”
Actress Pragya Jaiswal said, “This is a very special birthday for me. Daaku Maharaaj released on my birthday, and the audience is giving it a great response. I feel honored to be part of such a wonderful film. I thank the director, producer, and everyone in the team. I encourage everyone to watch the movie with their families and enjoy it. I wish everyone a happy Sankranti.”
Actress Shraddha Srinath said, “This Sankranti has given us an unforgettable gift. The entire team is very happy. We watched the film with the audience, and I’ve never experienced anything like this before. A big thank you to Balayya Babu’s fans. Everyone is enjoying the movie so much. Today is a very special day in my life, and I thank everyone who made it possible. I wish everyone a happy Sankranti.”
Actress Urvashi Rautela said, “First of all, I wish everyone a happy Sankranti. Congratulations to director Bobby and the team for the great response. I thank Bobby for giving me such a great role in the film. Nagavamsi is a great producer, and I’m happy to have worked with Sitara Entertainment. Working with legendary Balakrishna was an amazing experience. I’m so happy with the love the audience is showing for Daaku Maharaj.”
Cinematographer Vijay Kartik Kannan said, “The audience is giving an amazing response to Daaku Maharaj. I thank director Bobby and producer Naga Vamsi for making me a part of this film. It was a great experience working on a film with such a big star cast, including Balakrishna, Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath, and Urvashi Rautela.”