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Music director S. Thaman delivered an emotional and power-packed speech at the Akhanda 2 pre-release event, expressing his deep admiration for Nandamuri Balakrishna and sharing insights into the film’s music. Speaking candidly, Thaman said that watching Balakrishna appear as Lord Shiva on the 70mm screen would leave audiences clapping instinctively.

He described composing for Akhanda 2 as a spiritual experience, adding that the journey felt like “going to a temple.” Recalling the massive effort put in by the team, he highlighted how Balakrishna shot the climax action sequence in the freezing temperatures of Georgia. Thaman also thanked producers Ram and Gopi, acknowledging their unwavering support and increased budget, and compared it to the faith they showed in him during Dookudu, a film that significantly boosted his career.

Sharing lighter moments, Thaman revealed that the iron trident used in the film weighs more than ten kilograms and praised Balakrishna for carrying it with ease during intense scenes. He added that he is working on more films with Balakrishna as well as director Gopichand Malineni, promising to carry the fans’ expectations “in his heart.”

With his trademark humour, Thaman even warned theatres to “check their speakers,” saying the film’s soundscape is as loud and powerful as a temple aarti. He also acknowledged other actors who portrayed Lord Shiva on screen, including Chiranjeevi in Sri Manjunatha, Akshay Kumar in Kannappa, and Ranbir Kapoor in Brahmastra, noting how each brought a unique intensity to the role.