6 Aug 2026
In theatres
The Paradise
ది ప్యారడైస్
- Release date
- 23 September 2026
- Rating
- 5.3 / 10 on TMDB
The Paradise released in theatres on Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
Box office so far · day 16
- India net
- ₹10.5 crore
- India gross
- ₹141.06 crore
- Overseas
- ₹30 crore
- Worldwide
- ₹170 crore
In 1980s Secunderabad, a marginalized tribe battles discrimination and fights for citizenship under an unexpected leader's guidance, challenging systemic oppression.
Audience anticipation6
Cast
NaniSarakka 'Jadal'
Mohan BabuShikanja Maalik
Kayadu LoharSubbulakshmi 'Subbu'
Sonali KulkarniSammakka
Raghav JuyalVikram Maalik
Sampoornesh BabuBiriyani
VishikaDevi
Tanikella Bharani
Cast and portraits from TMDB.
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Box Office
Nani’s The Paradise Hindi Dub Beats Expectations, Ends With 31% Profit Margin
The Hindi-dubbed version of Nani's The Paradise ended its theatrical run with 10.5 crore net, surpassing its 8-crore target by 31%. Despite being a commercial disappointment in Telugu, the Hindi version delivers a surprising profit margin.
1 day ago2 min
Regional Cinema
The Paradise OTT Release Date: Nani’s ₹170 Cr Film Lands on Netflix October 22
The Paradise arrives on Netflix on October 22, exactly four weeks after its September 24 theatrical release. The film, Nani’s biggest grosser yet, closed at ₹170 Cr worldwide but left some distributors in the red. With mixed reviews and strong feedback, the OTT window offers a second chance — and a wider audience.
1 day ago2 min
Box Office
The Paradise Ends Under ₹160 Crore: Nani’s Latest Flops After Early Hype
The Paradise collected ₹159.50 crore globally before closing theatrically, falling short of expectations despite a strong opening. Domestic earnings stood at ₹130 crore, with ₹30 crore from overseas. Poor word-of-mouth led to a steep drop post-first weekend. The film, Nani’s second with director Srikant Odela after Dasara, is now considered a commercial failure.
1 day ago1 min
Regional Cinema
Kayadu Lohar’s Telugu Struggle: From Dragon Success to Three Flops in a Row
Kayadu Lohar’s Telugu journey has become a case study in high-stakes underperformance. Three films, three exits without a win.
3 days ago1 min
Box Office
Nani's The Paradise Ends As His Biggest Grosser, Not His Cleanest Hit
The Paradise wraps its theatrical run at roughly ₹170 crore worldwide, Nani's highest grosser ever, yet high distribution prices mean buyers outside Nizam are ending in the red.
3 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
The Paradise Drops Anjaana Anjaani Song, Sparks Meme Storm
The Paradise has dropped its Anjaana Anjaani video song, and the internet is already treating it like a cultural event. Nani and Kayadu Lohar are back in full swing, dancing through a sun-drenched village with a soundtrack that’s equal parts nostalgic and aggressively catchy.
4 days ago1 min
Box Office
The Paradise Box Office: Nani’s Film Recovers Less Than 60% of Budget After 16 Days
The Paradise has earned just 119.54 crore net after 16 days — barely 60% of its 200-crore budget. The film dropped 90% in its second week, with only 50 lakh collected on its third Friday.
5 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Nani Admits The Paradise Needed More Time Before Release
Nani has responded to mixed reviews for The Paradise, saying the edit and score needed more time and that director Srikanth Odela's focus shifted from story to spectacle as the film's scale grew.
8 Oct 20262 min
Box Office
The Paradise Becomes Kayadu Lohar’s Biggest Hit
The Paradise has become Kayadu Lohar’s highest-grossing film globally, surpassing Dragon with 169.27 crore worldwide after 13 days. But the 200 crore mark remains out of reach.
7 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
Nani's Chiru Film Shelved: 'Will Not Take Off Soon', Says Nani
Nani confirms his planned film with Chiranjeevi will not happen anytime soon, citing delays on Paradise, Chiru’s commitments, and no recent talks. The project, once locked with Srikanth Odela directing, now appears dead in the water.
7 Oct 20261 min
Box Office
Nani’s Hindi Debut 'The Paradise' Earns 10.25 Crore Net, Surpasses Target By 28%
Nani’s Hindi debut The Paradise has quietly outperformed expectations, raking in 10.25 crore net at the Indian box office despite minimal promotion and no release in multiplex chains.
5 Oct 20262 min
Regional Cinema
The Paradise Is Running Out of Time
The Paradise is still breathing. At 165 crore gross worldwide, it’s hovering just below the 200-crore break-even mark — a gap of 30 crores that could close by Friday, or vanish into silence by next week.
4 Oct 20262 min
Box Office
Nani’s First Telugu Blockbuster: The Paradise Crosses 100 Crore in States
The Paradise has become Nani’s first film to cross 100 crore gross in Telugu states—Andhra Pradesh and Telangana—after ten days of release, marking a significant milestone in his career. The action thriller earned 2 crore on day 10, a 28.57% decline from day 9’s 2.8 crore, but still maintained a decent hold at the box office. Overall, the film has grossed 133.34 crore worldwide, with 113 crore net
4 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
The Paradise Is Winning Without Winning Over Critics
The Paradise is pulling off an unexpected box-office feat. Despite receiving mixed to almost negative word of mouth, the Nani-starrer is currently showing stronger ticket-booking momentum than the October 2 releases headlined by Fahadh Faasil, Keerthy Suresh and Sundeep Kishan.
4 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
Chiranjeevi’s Next Film Shifts Directors After The Paradise’s Quiet Debut
Srikanth Odela has reportedly lost the chance to direct Chiranjeevi’s next film following the underperformance of The Paradise, with Buchi Babu Sana set to take over. No official confirmation yet, but industry sources say the switch is confirmed.
3 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
Nani & Shiva Nirvana: Third Film Talks Begin
After The Paradise’s strong opening, Nani is already eyeing his next project. Shiva Nirvana is in early talks for a third collaboration, with an emotional entertainer in development. Shine Screens and Sithara Entertainments are both potential producers. No official announcement yet.
3 Oct 20261 min
Regional Cinema
Kayadu Lohar Shines in Nani's The Paradise
Kayadu Lohar, fresh off her role in Nani's action drama The Paradise, is riding high on buzz after a vibrant photo session with the iconic Bajaj Chetak. Her performance has become a standout in the film's mixed reception.
3 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
The Paradise Crumbles in North America After $5K Thursday
The Paradise earned just $5K on its second Thursday in North America, marking a steep decline after a strong opening. The film has grossed $2.11 million in eight days, falling short of the $3.25 million breakeven target.
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Breaking Hype
Nani’s Next Fight Begins in November—Bloody Romeo Set for Grueling Shoot After The Paradise
Nani is already thinking about his next fight—literally. With The Paradise’s promotional blitz winding down, the actor is set to dive into Bloody Romeo, a high-octane action film directed by Sujeeth.
2 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
Nani's The Paradise Leads Telugu Releases
Nani’s The Paradise is leading new Telugu releases on BookMyShow despite negative reviews, with trade sources noting strong footfalls driven by actor goodwill during the Gandhi Jayanti weekend.
2 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
The Paradise Needs a Holiday Lift
The Paradise isn’t just a film. It’s a calculation. And right now, it’s counting on the long weekend to survive.
1 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
The Wife Who Never Was: Mohan Babu Claims Srikanth Odela Broke a Promise
Mohan Babu says Srikanth Odela 'cheated' him over a deleted wife role in The Paradise
1 Oct 20261 min
Box Office
Epic‑First Semester tanks as The Paradise crosses 100‑crore net
Box‑office reports show Epic‑First Semester ending with a 48% shortfall against its 15‑crore budget, whereas Nani’s The Paradise registers a net of 101.5 crore after six days, bolstered by strong overseas earnings.
30 Sept 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ Hits Nizam Breakeven in Six Days
Within six days, Nani’s The Paradise reached the breakeven point in the Nizam region, pulling in roughly Rs 30 crore. The film now eyes its weekday stretch as it sits at a global Rs 170 crore gross.
30 Sept 20262 min