'The Paradise' teaser': Nani takes over as fierce Dhagad against Raghav Juyal's villain
Mumbai, August 6
After months of anticipation, the makers have finally unveiled the explosive teaser of Nani starrer 'The Paradise'.
The teaser packs a punch from start to finish, with Srikanth Odela crafting a power-packed glimpse filled with high-octane action and drama. Set against the backdrop of the slums, the film follows the story of a prostitute's son.
Nani appears in a fierce and powerful avatar, while Raghav Juyal emerges as a menacing antagonist, promising a massive showdown. The makers have also announced the film's release date with the teaser.
In 'The Paradise', Nani plays the character Dhagad. When filming commenced on June 21, 2025, the makers unveiled a first-look image from the sets, showing the actor in character wearing green leather shoes and a distinctive anklet.
The film centres on a marginalised tribal community that has long been denied basic rights. Their struggle for justice gains momentum when a new leader emerges to challenge a system that has oppressed them for generations.
The ensemble cast features Kayadu Lohar as the female lead, alongside Mohan Babu, Raghav Juyal, who portrays the antagonist, and Sampoornesh Babu in pivotal roles.
Helmed by acclaimed filmmaker Srikanth Odela, the film marks Nani's much-awaited reunion with Odela after the blockbuster 'Dasara'.
As per a press release, the makers have reportedly approached Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds to present 'The Paradise' across international markets.
Produced by SLV Cinemas, 'The Paradise' is slated for a massive theatrical release on September 24, 2026, in eight languages: Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, English, Spanish, Bengali, Kannada, and Malayalam.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Love that they're telling a story about marginalized tribal communities. We need more mainstream films tackling social issues. Nani always picks meaningful scripts ❤️
The teaser looks raw and intense. But I hope they don't glorify violence too much. Nani's performance in Dasara was stellar, so expectations are high. Also, Ryan Reynolds presenting it internationally? Interesting move! 🤔
As someone who's followed Nani's career from the US, this project looks like a global breakout. Releasing in 8 languages including English and Spanish is smart. The storyline about tribal rights resonates universally. Count me in! 🌍
Sampoornesh Babu in a serious role? Now that's unexpected 😄 But honestly, the teaser looks solid. Nani deserves all the pan-India fame. That green leather shoe detail from the first look is iconic already.
Finally! A film that shows the struggles of tribal communities. Growing up in India, I've seen how these issues get ignored. Hope the film does justice to the subject and doesn't just use it as a backdrop. Meanwhile, Nani's transformation is 🔥
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