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Nani’s much-anticipated film The Paradise has struggled to maintain the strong momentum it showed on its opening day. After a promising start, the film’s earnings have declined over the following days, with its India net collection reaching Rs 97.10 crore after five days. Day 5 box officeAccording to Sacnilk, The Paradise earned an estimated Rs 5 crore net in India on its fifth day from 5,804 shows. With this addition, the film’s total India gross collection stands at Rs 114.85 crore, while its net collection has reached Rs 97.10 crore. The film also earned Rs 0.75 crore from overseas markets on Day 5, taking its total overseas gross collection to Rs 30 crore. As a result, The Paradise has earned Rs 144.85 crore worldwide in gross collections so far. The Paradise reviewReviewing the film for NDTV, critic Saibal Chatterjee described The Paradise as a missed opportunity, particularly for director Srikanth Odela, whose debut film Dasara had received strong attention. Chatterjee noted that Nani delivers highly intense performances in parts of the film and praised the movie for staying connected to its setting. However, he said the film’s different elements feel scattered and uneven. The critic also pointed to the film’s heavy use of graphic violence, saying the action sequences repeatedly attempt to become more extreme than those before them. About The ParadiseThe Paradise reunites Nani and director Srikanth Odela after their 2023 film Dasara. Produced by SLV Cinemas, the movie also stars Mohan Babu, Kayadu Lohar, Sonali Kulkarni and Raghav Juyal. Set in 1980s Secunderabad, the film follows Jadal, played by Nani, as he challenges social discrimination and a system that has denied basic rights to his community. The movie blends period drama with action and explores themes of inequality, resistance and social injustice. Source: NDTV

Nani-starrer The Paradise has continued its theatrical run strongly, earning a worldwide gross of Rs 98.50 crore after two days, according to reported box-office figures. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the action thriller has collected Rs 61.15 crore net in India from 17,681 shows. On Friday, Sept. 25, the film earned Rs 17.60 crore gross in India, while its net collection stood at Rs 14.90 crore. It recorded 7,049 shows on its second day with an overall theatre occupancy of 32.8%. With the Day 2 earnings, The Paradise has reached Rs 72.50 crore in gross collections in India. Its worldwide gross currently stands at Rs 98.50 crore. Nani reacts to audience response Nani has also responded to the reactions to the film, acknowledging both praise and criticism from viewers and reviewers. In a post on X, the actor said he had seen the audience's responses and appreciated both their support and criticism. "I have seen all your reactions and responses. I've received all your love and equally enjoyed your hilarious trolls. I'm heartwarmed by the way the audience have owned the film, and also learnt from the flaws that critics and reviewers have pointed out," Nani wrote. The Paradise stars Nani alongside Mohan Babu, Sonali Kulkarni, Kayadu Lohar, Raghav Juyal, Sampoornesh Babu and Easwari Rao. Keerthy Suresh makes a cameo appearance in the film. The movie marks Nani's latest release following Hit 3. Source: NDTV

Actress Keerthy Suresh has reunited with her Dasara co-stars for a special dance number in Nani's upcoming film The Paradise. Keerthy, who shares a close friendship with Nani, posted several behind-the-scenes photos from the song ahead of the film's release. Sharing a glimpse of her chemistry with Nani, she wrote, “Just a few hours to get into the world of The Paradise!” She also congratulated Nani and director Srikanth Odela for their work on the film. “Wishing only the best to my buddies @nameisnani and @srikanthodela__ for all the hard work you guys have put in to bring Jadal's world to the audience,” she wrote. Keerthy said she was happy to work with the Dasara team again. “Super glad to have had the chance to reunite with my Dasara family for this special one,” she added. Keerthy and Nani have previously worked together in the 2017 Telugu film Nenu Local and the 2023 film Dasara. Dasara is a Telugu action drama directed by Odela and produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri. The film features Nani, Dheekshith Shetty, Keerthy Suresh, Shine Tom Chacko, Samuthirakani, P. Sai Kumar and Shamna Kasim in key roles. Source: NDTV