Nandamuri Balakrishna's NBK111 director Gopichand Malineni dismisses rumors of Dimple Hayathi's casting with a witty Mahesh Babu meme. Nayanthara and Samuthirakani confirmed.
Dumtika Editorial
March 29, 2026 · 1 min read

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Nandamuri Balakrishna’s upcoming film NBK111 has recently been the center of online speculation regarding its female lead. Directed by Gopichand Malineni, who has a history of successful collaborations with Balakrishna, the movie is shaping up to be a significant project in Tollywood.
The film, produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under the Vriddhi Cinemas banner, has stirred excitement among fans, especially with music composed by Thaman. While rumors suggested that Dimple Hayathi had been cast opposite Balakrishna, the director quickly dispelled these claims. To put an end to the speculation, Malineni shared a humorous meme video featuring Mahesh Babu, signaling that the reports were unfounded.
Currently, Nayanthara remains the leading lady attached to NBK111, with veteran actor Samuthirakani also confirmed to be part of the ensemble. The project’s script promises a compelling narrative, further heightening anticipation among audiences. Social media has been abuzz with discussions, but the clarification has settled fan queries for now.
As filming progresses, more official updates are expected soon, keeping fans eager to see how this high-profile collaboration unfolds on screen.