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Actress Aishwarya Rajesh who received positive response for the Telugu rom-com film, ‘Oh..! Sukumari’ now seems to be sharing screenings with Nandamuri Balakrishna . Directed by Koratala Siva , latest buzz suggests that she is in advance talks to be part of Tollywood veteran’s upcoming action drama .

As per a report by Telugu Times, Aishwarya Rajesh is in talks to play the main antagonist in Nandamuri Balakrishna ’s upcoming action entertainer. If everything goes as planned, the actress will be seen taking on one of the most challenging roles of her career.

About Aishwarya Rajesh’s role in the filmShe is also expected to be seen in a conflict with Nandamuri Balakrishna. Reports suggest that Aishwarya Rajesh will not be playing a regular villain. Instead, her character is said to be a strong and layered role that plays an important part in the story. The character is expected to stand against Balakrishna’s role throughout the film.

It is imperative to mention that the makers have not officially announced Aishwarya Rajesh’s casting yet.

More about the Nandamuri Balakrishna starrerSpeaking about the film, it is expected to feature an important flashback episode in the second half. During this portion, Balakrishna is expected to appear in a completely different avatar as a powerful mafia leader. Directed by Koratala Siva, it is expected to be produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri and Sudhakar Mikkilineni.

Speaking about Aishwarya Rajesh’s role in ‘Oh..! Sukumari’, she plays the role of Damini who is a quirky rural village character. The film shows her in a de-glam, lively role and has her paired with Thiruveer in the lead.

Production status of the filmEarlier, back in May, a report by VSN Murthy aka Devipriya, suggested that Nandamuri Balakrishna and Koratala Siva’s film is expected to go on floors in August 2026. There is also talk that a special muhurat ceremony may be held on June 25, 2026. However, the makers have not officially confirmed these dates so far.