Dussehra Box Office Showdown: ‘Konidela Thaman’ vs ‘Nandamuri Thaman’
Thaman S. has become one of Tollywood’s most celebrated music directors, evolving from his early days with Kick to composing back-to-back chartbusters for top stars. This Dussehra, he finds himself at the center of a unique box office battle—not as a lead actor or director—but as the musical force behind two of the biggest releases: OG starring Pawan Kalyan, and Akhanda 2, featuring Balakrishna.
With his Midas touch, Thaman has delivered blockbuster albums across both the Mega and Nandamuri camps. For Balakrishna, his recent success with Daaku Maharaj added to his legacy as “Nandamuri Thaman.” Meanwhile, hits like Vakeel Saab and Bheemla Nayak cemented his position among mega fans, who affectionately dubbed him “Konidela Thaman.”
The musical rivalry, however, isn’t personal—it’s a celebration of Thaman’s versatility. His “OG bit song” has already gone viral, heightening anticipation for the full track, while expectations are equally high for the powerful background score in Akhanda 2, following the success of the original.
Thaman, who often faces pre-release trolling, is now receiving widespread support from fans across both clans. With OG releasing on September 24 and Akhanda 2 on September 25, all eyes are on whether Thaman can create magic twice in two days.
While comparisons are inevitable, fans hope this Dussehra becomes a celebration of Thaman’s dual domination rather than a platform for rivalry.
