“I will keep making good films and entertaining my fans till my last breath.” – God of Masses NBK
*Daaku Maharaaj ‘Vijayotsava Panduga’ grandly held in Anantapur
The Nandamuri Balakrishna-starrer Daaku Maharaj, directed by blockbuster filmmaker Bobby Kolli, has set new benchmarks at the box office. Produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya under the banners of Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, in association with Srikara Studios, the film was made on a grand scale, enriched by the music of Thaman S. With pivotal roles essayed by Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath, Urvashi Rautela, and Chandini Chowdary, the film has struck a chord with audiences worldwide.

Released on January 12 as a Sankranti special, Daaku Maharaj garnered an overwhelming response from its overseas premieres and continued its winning streak. The film grossed over ₹156 crores worldwide in just eight days, marking a career milestone for Balakrishna.
To celebrate this massive success, the team hosted a grand event in Anantapur, attended by the cast, crew, and thousands of fans.
Event Highlights
During the success celebrations in Anantapur, Balakrishna electrified the audience by performing “Gana Gana Andhra Telangana,” which became a major highlight of the evening.
Speaking at the event, Balakrishna said:
*”Rayalaseema is not just a region; it’s Royal Seema. It has given the nation a President and six Chief Ministers to Andhra Pradesh. I thank Naga Vamsi Garu for producing so many films and creating employment for countless people. Vijay Karthik Kannan’s visuals have elevated Daaku Maharaj to Hollywood standards. Working with director Bobby has been a phenomenal experience, and Thaman’s music has taken the film to another level. My heartfelt thanks to the entire cast and crew for their incredible contributions to this film. This movie will be remembered forever, with audiences leaving theatres in tears and with heavy hearts.
I have never been concerned with box-office collections; my fans are my greatest promoters. They know that all my records, collections, awards, and rewards are genuine. My father, mentor, and god, Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, has blessed me with an extended family in the form of my fans. I am proud of my fans and feel a responsibility to entertain and inspire them with meaningful films till my last breath.”*

Director Bobby Kolli shared his heartfelt thanks:
*”Anantapur has gifted me unforgettable memories. Working with Balakrishna garu is a dream come true. He is not only a legend but also a man of incredible integrity. I am deeply grateful to my parents for their encouragement and to Balakrishna garu for his trust in me. I am humbled by the love from his fans, who have made this film a landmark in my career.
I promise that my next film with Balakrishna Garu will surpass Daaku Maharaj—it will be a film discussed not just in other states but in other countries as well. My sincere thanks to the producers, the technical team, and the actors who breathed life into every character.”*

Music director Thaman expressed:
“We declared at the pre-release event that we would celebrate a blockbuster in Anantapur, and here we are! My respect and love for Balayya Garu only grow stronger, and this increases my responsibility to deliver for him in the future. Scoring music for a Balakrishna garu film is always like taking a final exam. His energy motivates me to push my limits and deliver exceptional music. My gratitude to Bobby garu, the producers, and the entire team for their unwavering support.”