Telugu film star Nandamuri Balakrishna is currently promoting his upcoming film Akhanda 2. The actor commands a massive fan following in the southern regions, especially in the Telugu-speaking states. Fans are known to take to the streets and celebrate enthusiastically when his films release in theatres. Earlier this year, during the release of his Telugu film Daaku Maharaj, five of his fans reportedly beheaded a goat as part of the celebrations, following which a case was filed against them. In light of this, the actor has urged fans to refrain from such activities. He requested fans to treat animals with kindness. 

Nandamuri Balakrishna asks fans to not kill animals

Balakrishna was addressing his fans at the pre-release event of Akhanda 2. Before wrapping up his speech, he made a sincere request—urging fans not to kill animals outside theatres during movie celebrations. He said, “I must tell you something. Every region has its traditions, with some of you beheading goats during movie releases. Please don’t do that.”