Anirudh Ravichander

Directed by Srikanth Odela, Nani's action drama The Paradise has drawn sharp criticism online. Viewers called it a career-worst and “disappointing to the core”, while slamming its writing.

Nani and Srikanth Odela's much-awaited film has had an unusually turbulent pre-release journey. But beneath the production concerns and social media chatter is a film that still has plenty going for it.

Nani's The Paradise is tracking towards his biggest opening at the box office yet, with advance bookings showing strong momentum in the Telugu states. But with a Rs 50-60 crore Day 1 projection, the real test will be whether non-Telugu markets can add significantly to its opening.

Actor Raghav Juyal broke into an impromptu dance to Aaya Sher and Yeshanagula at The Paradise pre-release event in Hyderabad. The surprise performances drew loud cheers and added to the film's release buzz.

Nani's The Paradise is generating significant buzz with advance bookings crossing Rs 7 crore even before its release. The film's A certificate from CBFC and projections of a Rs 50 crore worldwide opening day add to the excitement surrounding its September 24 theatrical debut.

Nani's The Paradise is targeting a Rs 50 crore worldwide opening as the censor board has cleared it with an A certificate ahead of release. The rating comes just days before premiere shows, while advance bookings point to strong early demand.

The makers of Jailer 2 have unveiled Vidya Balan’s first look as Kantha. Her brief but striking teaser adds fresh intrigue to the film’s ongoing character reveals.

The makers of Aakasamlo Oka Tara have announced a worldwide theatrical release on November 20, 2026. Dulquer Salmaan's romantic drama pairs him with debutant Satvika Veeravalli in a story of dreams and ambition.

Actor Rashmika Mandanna and the producers of MS: A Legacy On Screen met late legendary Carnatic singer MS Subbulakshmi's family at a temple. The visit underlined the family's support for the biopic as interest around the project gathered pace.

Actor and racer Ajith Kumar's next film Dare Devil, directed by Adhik Ravichandran, will begin shooting on November 2. The film brings him back to cinema after a year in racing and marks Shalini Ajithkumar's producing debut.

Nani has confirmed that The Paradise will hit theatres on September 24 without a theatrical trailer. Instead of pulling the team away from the final cut to make one, the makers have chosen to let the film speak for itself.

Actor Rashmika Mandanna will portray legendary singer MS Subbulakshmi in director Gowtam Tinnanuri’s upcoming pan-India biopic. Composer Anirudh Ravichander will compose the music for the ambitious project.

Nani says The Paradise will release without a trailer, calling it a “beautiful mother-son story” rather than just an action drama. He also doesn’t want to label it a “pan-India” film, with Telugu remaining the team’s primary focus.

Sun Pictures producer Kalanithi Maran presented BMW cars to director Arun Matheswaran, actor Lokesh Kanagaraj and composer Anirudh Ravichander after DC's successful box-office run. The gesture has also triggered questions over the omission of female lead Wamiqa Gabbi.

The makers of Nani’s The Paradise have officially confirmed that the film will release is on track, ending recent speculation about a possible postponement. The film was earlier rumoured to move to October 1 amid reports of pending VFX work.

Sun Pictures has reaffirmed that Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 will release in theatres on October 15, 2026. The announcement quashes postponement rumours and keeps the sequel on course for its festive debut.

The second single from Nani’s The Paradise, Yeshanagula, has surged on YouTube and drawn a strong global response. The track’s run is adding momentum to the film’s campaign ahead of its September 2026 release.

A Telangana folk song featured in director Srikanth Odela's upcoming film, The Paradise, had crowds dancing in Dallas as composer Anirudh and Nani performed it on stage. Its journey from villages to a pan-India hit shows how its regional identity travelled without being diluted.

Jailer 2’s first song Ala Bolelo, featuring Rajinikanth and Shamna Kasim, is out ahead of its October 15 release. Composed and sung by Anirudh Ravichander, the Onam-themed track is winning praise for its festive energy.

Fresh reports have linked composer Anirudh Ravichander and businesswoman Kavya Maran to an unconfirmed Greece wedding in November. The buzz intensified after actor Y Gee Mahendra's remarks, but neither has commented publicly.