NBK Turns 66: Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu, Gopichand Malineni, And Others Wish Telugu Star On Birthday

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Balakrishna turned 66 today, June 10, 2026. The Padma Bhushan awardee, Balayya Babu, received warm wishes from the industry on his special day. NBK is one of the biggest stars of Tollywood and is also referred to as the God of Masses. He is also the force behind the Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital. NBK has worn every hat with the same larger-than-life presence. Today, each of his contributions earned him love and blessings on his birthday, from his fans, colleagues and family members.

Nandamuri Balakrishna birthday wishes

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Balakrishna’s brother-in-law, N Chandrababu Naidu, took to his X handle to praise NBK and wish him on his birthday. He called NBK the 'invincible actor-lion', praised his fifty years in cinema. He also highlighted his relentless work at the Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital, and ended the note with a prayer that NT Rama Rao's blessings never leave him.

Meanwhile, his daughter Brahmani Nara, kept it personal and wrote, “Growing up, I didn't have to look far for a superhero, I just had to look at you.” NBK’s nephew and Cabinet Minister Lokesh Nara showered him with equal love and warmth and called him God of Masses in fans' hearts, recognising his service to cancer patients, and wishing his 'Bala Mavayya' health and longevity for a hundred years.

The industry also showed up with a heart full of love and warmth for the Telugu star. Director Bobby, who recently worked on Daaku Maharaaj with Balakrishna, called him “a powerhouse of energy, enthusiasm, and passion.” Director Anil Ravipudi, who delivered the blockbuster Bhagavanth Kesari with NBK, said he would always cherish their shoot memories. Lahari Music crowned him the Lion of Telugu Cinema, while JioHotstar Telugu referred to him as someone who creates history and then rewrites it.

Gopichand Malineni unveils NBK 111 poster on actor's birthday

Director Gopichand Malineni made a proper cinematic moment, adding the completing element to NBK’s birthday by unveiling the poster for NBK 111, made under Vriddhi Cinemas. The filmmaker further wrote, "The man, the legacy, and the phenomenon that is Nandamuri Balakrishna Garu.” Team NBK 111 and BA Raju's Team followed it up with the announcement, saying, “Entry of an ERA begins today at 5:40 PM.” AK Entertainment, adding to the announcement, took to their X handle and posted a personalised cover display picture for NBK, celebrating his 66th birthday.

NBK 111 is said to be one of Balakrishna’s most ambitious projects yet, a pan-Indian epic spanning two timelines, with Nayanthara set to play a fierce warrior princess and Manoj Manchu on board in a key role. The poster's tagline, 'No More Vintage, Only New Age,' described the essence that the project is going to capture. Meanwhile, we wish Nandamuri Balakrishna a very happy birthday!