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.
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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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.
11 hours ago2 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.
1 day ago1 min
Regional Cinema
Nani's The Paradise Eyes October 23 Netflix Release Date
Nani's The Paradise, in its third week of release, is rumoured to land on Netflix on October 23, though the makers haven't confirmed it. The film has crossed Rs 180 crore globally despite patchy word of mouth.
1 day ago2 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.
1 day ago1 min
Bollywood
The Paradise Box Office: Nani’s Film Needs Just ₹5.59 Crore To Break Even
Nani's The Paradise is just ₹5.59 crore away from breaking even after 10 days, with ₹91.41 crore nett collected against a ₹97 crore target. The film, directed by Srikanth Odela and produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri, opened on September 24 with mixed reviews but strong initial numbers. Anirudh Ravichander composed the music, and Mohan Babu had a key role. Final weekend collections will determine if it
2 days ago1 min
Box Office
The Paradise Crosses ₹150 Cr, But Is It a Win?
The Paradise has crossed ₹150 crore worldwide, becoming Nani’s first film to hit that mark — and his biggest opening ever. But the numbers don’t tell the whole story.
2 days ago2 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.
3 days ago2 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 days ago2 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 days ago1 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 days ago1 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.
5 days ago1 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.
5 days ago1 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.
5 days ago1 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.
5 days ago1 min
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.
5 days ago1 min
Box Office
Nani's The Paradise Slows To A Crawl By Day 9, Still ₹30 Crore From Break-Even
The Paradise collected close to ₹1.69 crore by Day 9 afternoon, with trade trackers estimating the Nani-starrer still needs around ₹30 crore more to break even after its rapid opening-weekend slide.
6 days ago2 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.
6 days ago1 min
Box Office
The Paradise Crosses ₹100 Crore But The Math Still Doesn't Add Up
The Paradise wrapped its extended opening week at ₹108.2 crore net, Tollywood's fourth-biggest of 2026, but the number looks thin against a reported ₹200 crore budget as growth stays flat.
6 days ago2 min
Box Office
The Paradise Collects ₹3.30 Crore On Day 8, Growth Still Elusive
Nani's The Paradise collected ₹3.30 crore net on Day 8, down 2.9% from Day 7, as the action drama struggles to justify its reported ₹200 crore budget against steady but unspectacular collections.
6 days ago2 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.
6 days ago1 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
The Paradise Crosses Rs 100 Crore As Drops Get Steeper
Nani's The Paradise has crossed Rs 100 crore net in India after seven days, but Day 7 collections fell 22.7% to Rs 3.40 crore, with the film's steep weekday slide testing its theatrical run.
1 Oct 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ Hits 150 Cr Worldwide in First Week
Nani’s latest film, The Paradise, has amassed over 150 crore globally in just seven days, becoming his biggest earner yet, though critics remain divided and some territories still lag behind.
30 Sept 20262 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