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Nani Admits He Expected Mixed Reactions To The Paradise
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News18•08-10-2026, 07:45
Nani Admits He Expected Mixed Reactions To The Paradise
- •Actor Nani revealed that he anticipated the mixed reactions received by his film The Paradise even before its theatrical release.
- •Nani stated that being from a non-film background keeps him grounded, with friends and family offering unfiltered feedback on his work.
- •The actor successfully identified the film's strengths, such as the interval, background score, and childhood portions, while noting potential weak spots.
- •Directed by Srikanth Odela and set in the 1980s, The Paradise marked the biggest opening of Nani's career despite polarizing reviews.
- •The film features an ensemble cast including Mohan Babu, Kayadu Lohar, Sonali Kulkarni, and Raghav Juyal.
Key Questions Answered
Set in the 1980s, The Paradise follows the Savaari tribe as they fight for citizenship. The film is directed by Srikanth Odela and stars Nani alongside Mohan Babu, Kayadu Lohar, Sonali Kulkarni, and Raghav Juyal.
Nani stated that he was heartwarmed by how audiences owned the film, adding that he enjoyed the hilarious trolls and learned valuable lessons from the flaws pointed out by critics.
The Paradise was directed by Srikanth Odela and released in theatres on September 24 following paid premieres the previous day, marking the biggest opening of Nani's career.
