The combination of Balakrishna and Nayanthara is one of the most successful pairings in the Telugu film industry. The duo has already worked together in three films, and fans were excited when it was announced that they would reunite once again for NBK 111, directed by Gopichand Malineni.
Balakrishna has signed his next film with Gopichand Malineni, which was initially planned as a large-scale historical epic with Nayanthara as the female lead. After a few days, due to budget revisions, the makers decided to change the storyline. As a result, Gopichand Malineni has come up with a completely new script.
No Change in the female lead of NBK 111: Nayanthara will not be replaced
There were earlier reports suggesting that Balakrishna might take up another project in between. But the team has now confirmed that there is no change in plans, and the Balakrishna– Nayanthara combination remains intact under the direction of Gopichand Malineni, though with a new story.
The latest update confirms that the actress will continue as the female lead in the new backdrop. Sources close to the team reveal that the script has been finalized, pre-production work is underway, and the shoot is expected to begin within a month with the same cast and crew. Only the story has been changed.