Malayali audiences have discovered a newfound admiration for Telugu superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna after the OTT release of Daaku Maharaaj. Initially known in Kerala through memes and trolls, Balayya’s stunning screen presence and powerful performance in the film have left Malayali viewers thoroughly impressed.
Social media is flooded with posts from Malayali fans showering love on Balayya. Many even claim that ‘Daaku Maharaaj’ surpasses Pushpa in terms of action and entertainment. Calls for theatrical releases of Balayya’s films in Kerala are growing louder.
One tweet expressed the excitement, “ഒറ്റ പടം കൊണ്ട് #Balayya ഫാൻ ആക്കി കളഞ്ഞു. ഇങ്ങേർക്ക് എന്നാ Screen Presence & Aura ആണ്. കൂടെ നല്ല വെടിച്ചില്ല് actions. Peak direction, Peak level Thaman Musical, Peak Balayya Show ഇനി കേരളത്തിൽ ഇങ്ങേരുടെ പടവും റിലീസ് വേണം.”
(“Just one film was enough to turn me into a #Balayya fan! His screen presence and aura are simply unmatched. Plus, some high-voltage action! Peak direction, peak-level Thaman musical, and an ultimate Balayya show! Now, his films need to release in Kerala too!”)
Another user suggested a Malayalam remake, “Petition To Remake In Malayalam With Mammookka.”
A shocked yet thrilled fan tweeted, “Suddenly I saw Kerala audience celebrating a Balayya film, I was so shocked and then I watched the film and I knew why they celebrated the film #Akhanda2 kerala la nalla opening irukum after Unanimous positive response from malayalam audience for #DaakuMaharaaj.”
Another Tweet read, “For Kerala, Balayya Garu is not that troll material anymore Terrific response for #DaakuMaharaaj on KL online feeds post OTT Thaman On Steroids.”
Malayali audiences are also praising actor Shine Tom Chacko’s performance in the movie.
ETimes gave ‘Daaku Maharaaj’ a rating of 3.5 stars out of 5 stars, and our review reads, “Daaku Maharaaj is a high-octane entertainer that thrives on Nandamuri Balakrishna’s commanding performance, stylish action sequences, and impressive technical values. While it doesn’t reinvent storytelling, it offers an engaging cinematic experience and a treat for Balakrishna’s fans..”
