The Paradise has officially wrapped its theatrical run with a global collection of ₹159.50 crore — just shy of the 160-crore mark, and firmly in flop territory. The Nani-starrer, directed by Srikant Odela and co-starring Kayadu Lohar and Raghav Juyal, opened with promise but couldn’t sustain momentum. Domestic earnings accounted for ₹130 crore, while overseas brought in roughly ₹30 crore. That’s not enough to call it a win, especially after the pre-release buzz and the high expectations tied to the duo’s second collaboration following Dasara. Word-of-mouth tanked fast. The film held on through the first weekend, but then dropped sharply, a sign of audience fatigue or disappointment. No major redemption arc. No surprise revival. Just a quiet exit. The numbers don’t lie: this was an ambitious project that didn’t land. And now, the question isn’t about what comes next for the cast, but whether Odela and Nani will try again. Or if this marks the end of their partnership. The box office doesn’t forgive ambition without execution. Not even close.
Photo via PINKVILLAThe Paradise Ends Under ₹160 Crore: Nani’s Latest Flops After Early Hype
Nani's The Paradise ends under ₹160 crore worldwide, marking a quiet exit after early hype
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23 September 2026 · in theatres · cast, trailer and release details
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- Pinkvilla — The Paradise Final Box Office Collections: Nani starrer turns FLOP, winds up theatrical run under Rs 160 crore worldwide
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