Akhanda 2 Thaandavam: Harshaali Malhotra is celebrated for her character as Munni in the 2015 Bollywood hit Bajrangi Bhaijaan. The 17 year old is all set to return to the big screen—this time in with a Telugu movie titled Akhanda 2: Thaandavam. Harshaali became a household name after playing Shahida, a mute Pakistani girl lost in India, who is helped by Salman Khan’s character, Pawan. Now, years later, she is stepping into a brand new role that marks a new chapter in her acting journey. Harshaali made the announcement of her Telugu movie on social media by sharing a first-look poster.

Harshaali on Wednesday took to her Instagram to share the announcement of her Telugu debut movie Akhanda 2 Thaandavam. The actress shared a heartfelt message remembering her journey so far. “Munni was not just a character; she was a feeling, a memory, a heartbeat,” she wrote. “After all these years, I’ve held on to your love... and now I’m ready to return, not just as that little girl, but as someone who has grown,“ she added. Harshaali mentioned that her new character Janani is full of life, dreams, and heart. “She laughs, she dreams, she speaks from the heart, and I’ve poured my soul into every scene,” she added. “From Munni’s silence to Janani’s voice, this isn’t just my return—it’s ours.” 

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Know Everything About Akhanda 2: Thaandavam Movie — Cast, Release Date and More

Directed by Boyapati Sreenu, the Telugu movie is the sequel to the 2021 blockbuster Akhanda. The movie is scheduled to release in cinemas on 25th September 2025 and will be available in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. Akhanda 2: Thaandavam features Nandamuri Balakrishna in the lead role alongside Harshaali. Bankrolled by 14 Reels Plus, the Telugu movie is expected to be a powerful, action-packed drama, following the success of the original Akhanda.

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Harshaali Malhotra Made Her Acting Debut With Salman Khan’s Bajrangi Bhaijaan Movie

Harshaali made her acting debut with Bajrangi Bhaijaan, directed by Kabir Khan. She starred alongside Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Her role as Munni won her several awards and made her one of the most loved child artists in recent times. The movie was a huge hit, collecting over Rs 918 crore worldwide. Apart from films, Harshaali has also appeared in TV shows like Qubool Hai and Laut Aao Trisha.