At a Hyderabad media mulakat, Nani thanked his crew, praised the film’s unexpected audience surge and called the project a long‑run horse.
A Hyderabad Mulakat Turns Spotlight on ‘The Paradise’
The Telugu star Nani gathered with his cast and crew in Hyderabad for a media mulakat that quickly turned into a gratitude session. The actor opened by noting the film’s surprising swing in audience sentiment, saying, “The movie saw a turnaround from a negative to a positive response. This hasn’t happened before.”
Everyone’s a Hero, Not Just the Lead
Nani was quick to deflate the usual hero‑centric narrative. “Generally, for other films, heroes work harder, but for The Paradise, everyone put in their efforts. They are the real heroes of the film,” he asserted, pointing to assistant directors, choreographers and technicians alike. He singled out the assistant directors for “giving it everything” and hinted that Srikanth’s directorial school might soon produce more talent.
Names That Shaped the Ride
A string of acknowledgments followed. The actor thanked producer‑director duo Vamsi‑Sekhar for standing by him, and credited composer Anirudh for drawing crowds with his music. “Navin Nooli did a fantastic job,” Nani added, praising the editor’s rhythm.
Choreographers Sandeep Master and Sujan Master earned a nod for delivering “generational songs”, while veteran actor Mohan Babu received a heartfelt mention: “After working with him, he became one of my favorite human beings.”
Priyadarshi’s performance also earned applause, with Nani noting the actor “excelled every time he was given a performance‑oriented role.”
A Long‑Race Horse Metaphor
Wrapping up, Nani likened the film to a sturdy steed built for endurance: “*The Paradise* is a lambi race ka goda.” The metaphor underscored his belief that the movie’s appeal will sustain box‑office momentum over weeks rather than fizzle after the opening weekend.
What This Means for the Film’s Trajectory
Industry watchers have already flagged the surge in ticket sales, and Nani’s public gratitude may further fuel word‑of‑mouth promotion. With the film positioned as a “long‑run horse”, distributors are likely to keep it in prime slots beyond the initial Friday‑Saturday rush.
The mulakat also hinted at possible future collaborations. Nani’s praise for Srikanth’s directorial approach and the mention of “Srikanth’s school of directors” suggest a pipeline of new talent that could shape upcoming Telugu releases.
Looking Ahead
As the buzz settles, the next indicator will be the weekend box‑office numbers. If the positive swing Nani described holds, The Paradise could join the list of recent Telugu hits that defied early expectations. Fans, meanwhile, will be watching for any further statements from the cast, especially regarding upcoming promotional events.
The Hyderabad gathering may have been brief, but its impact reverberates: a film that started with modest hopes now enjoys a chorus of appreciation from its own creators, and the audience appears ready to keep listening.
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