The Paradise, starring Natural Star Nani, is already one of the most awaited films of 2026, creating massive excitement ever since its announcement. Directed by Srikanth Odela, who delivered the blockbuster Dasara, the film marks their much-anticipated reunion after a huge success together. Srikanth and Nani’s bond and mutual respect have always been evident.
Today, on Nani’s birthday, Srikanth Odela took to social media and shared a heartfelt picture from the sets. Along with it, he posted an emotional note revealing how he broke all of Nani’s rules of cinema, from his working style to his usual release patterns, yet the actor never questioned anything and trusted him completely. He expressed deep gratitude, saying everything he is today is because of Nani and that he will remain indebted to him for life.
Nani Anna, Nuvvu “Ni istam Srikanth” ani anna prathisari I hear “I trust you Srikanth” And that trust scares me, every single second to give my blood and soul to The Paradise. I broke your every rule of cinema. I broke your working days pattern..I broke your release date streak…I broke your working style… I almost broke every rule of you ‘making of cinema’
Sharing the picture, he wrote, “Each time I broke you, you built me anna… You built me in a way that everything i have today is because of you. Nuv namminatha nannu evaru nammaledu anna. I asked you to wear braids….you said “ok ra ni istam” I asked you to wear a slur as a tattoo on your hand…you said “ok ra ni istam” I torture you everyday with countless retakes… you simply say – “ok ra ni istam” I never said this to you directly but now I should confess anna. I spend every second of my life by constantly chasing the answer to why you always say “Ni istam Srikanth” And maybe, subconscious I will find my own answer with THE PARADISE. Nannu nammina na Dharani ki, Nannu malli nammuthunna na Jadal ki…
Happy Birthday Nani Anna ❤️Indebted for life time❤️❤️❤️”
Nani Anna,
Nuvvu “Ni istam Srikanth” ani anna prathisari I hear “I trust you Srikanth”
And that trust scares me, every single second to give my blood and soul to The Paradise.
I broke your every rule of cinema.
I broke your working days pattern…
I broke your release date… pic.twitter.com/p7Z1pFKrx8
— Srikanth Odela (@odela_srikanth) February 24, 2026 “>
Directed by Srikanth Odela, who won immense praise for his debut film Dasara, The Paradise is emerging as a large-scale cinematic spectacle with massive ambition. The project gains further momentum with music by Anirudh Ravichander, whose powerful compositions are expected to elevate the storytelling. Adding soul to the soundtrack, Arjun Chandy’s evocative vocals promise to infuse the film with emotional depth, beautifully enhancing its intense and gripping narrative.
Produced by SLV Cinemas, The Paradise is slated for a massive theatrical release on August 21, 2026, in eight languages: Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, English, Spanish, Bengali, Kannada, and Malayalam. In a move that underlines the film’s global ambitions, the makers have reportedly approached Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds to present The Paradise across international markets. With its visionary director, powerhouse cast, and global scale, The Paradise is not just a film; it’s a cultural phenomenon in the making, fueling anticipation among fans eagerly awaiting.