Balakrishna suffers minor muscle tear on 'NBK111' Kakinada shoot

Entertainment Jul 21, 2026

Telugu star Nandamuri Balakrishna picked up a minor muscle tear while filming an action scene for NBK111 in Kakinada.

Director Gopichand Malineni shared that Balakrishna got quick medical help and will have routine surgery to bounce back soon.

Aggarwal replaces Nayanthara on 'NBK111'

The director reassured everyone that the makers and medical team are taking all the necessary care to make sure Balakrishna recovers comfortably.

The film is a big-budget action entertainer and marks another collaboration between Balakrishna and Malineni after their successful film together.

Kajal Aggarwal steps in as the new female lead, replacing Nayanthara, while Sanjay Dutt has joined for key scenes.

Shooting is moving fast, with a release expected by the end of 2026.