Nandamuri Balakrishna is reprising the role of his father NTR in his biopic which is titled NTR. Sensible director Krish has been asked to direct the film which completed the shooting formalities on time. The film has been announced for release in two installments as NTR - Kathanayakudu and NTR - Mahanayakudu. NTR - Kathanayakudu is slated for a wide release across the globe on January 9th across the globe.

The film completed censor formalities today and it has been awarded clean U certificate. NTR - Kathanayakudu passed without a single cut and it received thumping response from the censor board authorities. The film's content, performances and the production values are appreciated widely. NBK Films bankrolled the film and Vibri Media, Vaaraahi Chalana Chitram produced NTR - Kathanayakudu.