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Ghanta Naveen Babu (born 24 February 1984), known professionally by his screen name Nani, is an Indian actor, film producer, and television presenter who works predominantly in Telugu cinema.
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With his Chiranjeevi collaboration stalled and Nani ruling out an immediate film, the director faces a crossroads between a hiatus, script work, or a surprise announcement.
Nani’s latest, The Paradise, pulled in about Rs 28 crore in its first four‑day overseas run, yet the momentum faded after a $2.3 million opening, leaving the film hovering near break‑even in its home market.
The Vvaan’s weekend net crossed 33 crore, and its day‑four earnings are projected at five to six crore, while The Paradise’s four‑day haul sits near 92 crore, leaving its weekday run crucial.
Nani’s latest release, The Paradise, has crossed the $2 million threshold in North America within its first weekend, marking the star’s third film to achieve this overseas milestone and pushing its global earnings close to ₹150 crore.
Nani’s The Paradise earned ₹7.2 crore net in its first Hindi weekend, eclipsing the lifetime earnings of Dasara and HIT 3 in the North Indian market, while the film clocks ₹155 crore worldwide.
The Paradise, starring Nani, has amassed over ₹150 crore in just four days, with strong overseas numbers and a solid domestic recovery. Day‑five collections could push it past the ₹200 crore milestone.
The Paradise earned ₹7.2 crore in its Hindi opening, becoming Nani’s top Hindi grosser, while The Vvaan surged past ₹34 crore in three days, and Avengers Endgame Encore clinched the second‑biggest Hollywood re‑release record in the country.
The Paradise wrapped its debut weekend with a Rs 155 crore worldwide haul, crossing $2 million in North America, yet audience response remained lukewarm, especially on Sunday.
Despite a roaring opening across India and overseas, The Paradise managed only 71 lakh gross and a 32 lakh share in Kerala, prompting analysts to label its regional run a disaster.
The Vvaan pulled in Rs 31.94 crore over its opening three days, outpacing several smaller releases, while The Paradise added Rs 131 crore globally, buoyed by strong overseas earnings.
The Paradise collected ₹75.95 crore in its first four days, with ₹30.36 crore from Andhra and ₹45.59 crore from Telangana, putting the film close to the break‑even target in its core markets.
Nani’s latest, The Paradise, logged a ₹135 crore global opening weekend, the biggest ever for a Tier‑2 star. Strong showings in Telangana and Karnataka offset lukewarm reviews and weaker Andhra numbers.
Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ opened to harsh criticism but still pulled in roughly ₹135 crore over its first weekend, marking a 75 percent cost recovery and the biggest Tier‑2 opening to date.
In its four‑day opening, The Paradise earned a net 92.1 crore in India, surpassing Nani’s previous record holder Dasara. The film’s hold despite poor reviews has sparked talk of a 100‑crore net milestone within days.
The Paradise opened big but word of mouth soured fast. Telangana is keeping distributors afloat while Andhra, other regions and even overseas numbers have slid, per Telugu360's weekend tracking.
Nani's The Paradise has grossed over Rs 136 crore worldwide in three days and crossed $2 million in North America, making it his highest-grossing release despite mixed reviews and a tepid word of mouth.
Nani’s The Paradise has amassed about ₹135 crore in its opening weekend, surpassing Vijay Deverakonda’s Geetha Govindam record. The rivalry now pivots to Deverakonda’s upcoming Ranabaali, set for an October 16 debut.
Despite a wave of negative criticism, Nani’s latest, The Paradise, has drawn strong crowds in Telangana and is projected to breach ₹150 crore by the end of its opening weekend, with Monday’s weekday performance now under scrutiny.
Nani’s The Paradise logged more than eight lakh admissions on its first day in the Nizam region, with every show sold out and audiences breaking into dance, distributor Shashi reports, despite mixed reactions on social media.
Nani’s latest, The Paradise, vaulted past the Rs 125‑crore mark globally on day four, overtaking his 2025 hit HIT: The Third Case to become his biggest earner yet.
Varupula Madhuri’s latest photo spread showcases a glittering strapless top and vibrant pink backdrop, a stark contrast to her understated appearance in Nani’s The Paradise, fueling talk on her dual on‑screen personas.
Day four sees The Paradise closing in on a ₹150 crore worldwide gross, with premium shows contributing over ₹14 crore and overseas markets adding another ₹30 crore to the tally.
Nani and director Srikanth Odela clarified that the ‘single‑take artist’ remark was intended as an ironic nod to Subbu’s hidden talent, a nuance lost after a key backstory was trimmed for runtime.
Hanuman Ansh logged Rs 6.5 crore on its eighth Saturday, taking the weekend to Rs 9.5 crore and lifting its cumulative Indian gross to Rs 283.75 crore, a pace that could breach the 300‑crore threshold.
The Paradise, starring Nani, amassed a net 76.4 crore in its first three days, surpassing the lifetime haul of Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh, though its earnings fell sharply after opening.
Resident Evil’s Indian box‑office plunge – a 61% fall on its eighth day and an 89% cut in screens – coincides with The Paradise’s modest ₹2.1 crore net after a lukewarm opening, raising questions on the week’s horror and drama prospects.
Nani’s latest venture, The Paradise, amassed over ₹100 crore globally within three days of release, posting a net of ₹76.40 crore domestically while critics and fans remain divided over its storytelling.
During a special screening in Hyderabad, Telangana’s KTR applauded Nani’s ‘The Paradise’, calling it a vivid portrait of the state’s culture and a powerful statement against oppression.
Nani's The Paradise has crossed the ₹100‑crore milestone faster than any of his previous films, reaching ₹136 crore globally in three days, with strong day‑four sales hinting at a ₹150‑crore weekend.
Three days after its September 24 release, Nani’s The Paradise has earned roughly ₹119.5 crore globally, with Andhra Pradesh and Telangana driving the domestic surge and North America contributing a strong overseas start.
The Paradise sold 252K tickets on BookMyShow on day three, nearly matching its day two numbers, even as reactions to the Nani-starrer stay largely divided and mostly negative.
Sai Kiran has responded to backlash over his character's confusing return in Nani's The Paradise, saying clues to his survival were there all along, just overlooked by audiences.
During a Hyderabad press meet, Nani lauded the collective work behind ‘The Paradise’, noting its shift from lukewarm to enthusiastic reception and singling out key collaborators for their contributions.
During a media interaction, Nani disclosed that each screening of ‘The Paradise’ experiences a dramatic shift in viewer reaction, moving from morning positivity to mixed feelings by night, a phenomenon he says he hasn’t seen before.
At a Hyderabad press meet, Mohan Babu lauded producer Sudhakar’s budget discipline, hailed Srikanth Odela as a future top director, and called his ‘The Paradise’ role the deadliest in his 50‑year film journey.
Within 48 hours ‘The Paradise’ amassed over ₹100 crore worldwide, driven by strong Telugu‑state collections and solid overseas response, setting a new personal best for Nani.
Nani’s The Paradise posted a Rs 19 crore gross on day two, defying expectations in Telangana with a Rs 9 crore haul. Andhra Pradesh and overseas territories, however, saw steep declines, prompting hopes of a weekend bounce to recover lost ground.
KTR’s tweet about attending a screening of Nani’s The Paradise has ignited chatter, especially as the movie’s MLA character mirrors the chief minister, adding a political flavor to the box‑office buzz.
At the celebration for The Paradise, director Srikanth Odela praised producer Sudhakar Cherukuri, recalled a partnership that began before Covid, and confirmed that he and Nani had heated discussions during filming.
The Paradise, starring Nani and directed by Srikanth Odell, posted a 114‑crore global gross within 48 hours. Reports say Janvi Kapoor was the original pick for Subbu, but scheduling clashes led to Kayadu Lohar’s eventual casting.
Nani’s new film The Paradise opened with a Rs 75 crore worldwide haul, sparking mixed reviews. The star replied on social media, thanking fans and even enjoying the trolling, while pledging to learn from critics’ notes.
After Nani’s The Paradise opened to mixed reviews, users from Karnataka flooded X with jokes and taunts, likening its poor performance to the earlier flop of Yash’s Toxic, sparking a fresh fan‑war online.
Raghav Juyal posted an emotional note for Nani, calling him a safe haven and crediting the veteran for shaping his film preferences and personal outlook while they worked together on the action drama The Paradise, which continues to draw audiences despite mixed reviews.
At a multilingual press meet, producer Sudhakar Cherukuri and director Srikanth Odela hailed ‘The Paradise’ as a box‑office milestone, while Nani and veteran Mohan Babu praised each other’s work.
Box‑office numbers this week show Nani’s The Paradise pulling in roughly 17.5 crore on day two, keeping its two‑day total near 67 crore, as Hanuman Ansh, after a slow start, surges toward a 300‑crore net milestone in India.
The Paradise collected Rs 34.65 crore on Thursday before falling to Rs 14.90 crore on Friday, while The Vvaan opened with Rs 8 crore on Friday and looks to climb on Saturday amid mixed reviews and looming competition.
Nani, speaking after the film’s opening, expressed gratitude to Telugu viewers despite mixed reviews, while director Srikanth Odela revealed that Kayadu Lohar was the sole actress to accept the lead role after several rejections.
Nani’s latest release, The Paradise, has vaulted past the ₹100 crore worldwide threshold within just three days, setting a fresh benchmark for Tier‑2 star vehicles and hinting at a potential new career high for the actor.