Archive · 25 Sep 2026
Nani Responds To Mixed Reviews For The Paradise
The Paradise is a new movie starring Nani.
It was directed by Srikanth Odela.
Many viewers and critics did not like the story, even though some enjoyed parts of the film.
The movie still had a strong opening at the box office.
Nani said he saw the reactions from audiences and critics.
He thanked people for their love and even enjoyed their jokes about the film.
He also said he learned from the movie’s weaknesses.
The film’s reported earnings are different in the two articles, so the exact total is unclear.
Nani thanked audiences for both their support and humorous trolling of The Paradise.
The actor said he learned from flaws highlighted by critics and reviewers.
The Paradise, directed by Srikanth Odela, received mixed-to-negative reactions after its release.
The film reportedly had a strong opening, though box-office figures differed between reports.
One review praised the visuals but criticized the narrative, violence and action.
- Who
- Actor Nani, director Srikanth Odela, critics and audiences.
- What
- Nani responded to mixed-to-negative reactions to The Paradise and thanked viewers for their support and criticism.
- When
- The film was released on Thursday, and Nani posted his response on Friday; the cited post is dated September 25, 2026.
- Where
- In theatres and on X; the reported box-office figures are from India.
- Why
- Nani said he wanted to acknowledge audience reactions and learn from flaws identified by critics and reviewers.
Critical Concerns
Audience And Commercial Support
Story and execution
Critical Concerns
Critics and many viewers found the story disappointing, with one report describing the narrative as less relevant and somewhat unbelievable.
Audience And Commercial Support
Nani said audiences had embraced the film and that the team made it with significant effort to provide a unique experience.
Film’s performance
Critical Concerns
The film received mixed-to-negative reviews, and some viewers reportedly felt the second half offered little beyond the “Yesha Nagula…” song.
Audience And Commercial Support
The Paradise reportedly opened strongly at the box office, although the articles cite different figures: Rs. 46.25 crore net in one report and more than Rs. 88 crore gross in another.
Violence and action
Critical Concerns
The Free Press Journal review warned that viewers who dislike hardcore violence and action might prefer to skip the film.
Audience And Commercial Support
The film was described as a visual treat for Nani fans, and Nani said viewers could choose to celebrate or judge it.
- Film
- The Paradise
- Lead actor
- Nani
- Director
- Srikanth Odela
- Reported reviews
- Mixed to negative from critics and audiences
- Box office report one
- Rs. 11.60 crore net from paid previews and Rs. 34.65 crore net on Thursday, totaling Rs. 46.25 crore net in India
- Box office report two
- More than Rs. 88 crore gross on the first day
- Noted review
- The Free Press Journal awarded the film 1.5 stars and criticized its narrative, violence and action
