‘Natural Star’ Nani’s first public response to the criticism surrounding The Paradise is out. Released amid massive expectations, the Srikanth Odela directorial received mixed to negative reviews from critics, while a section of the audience labelled the film a disappointment. Despite the divided response, the Nani-starrer registered an excellent opening at the box office, with advance bookings for the following shows also looking promising.
Mixed Reception All Over
However, the negative reviews and criticism circulating across social media could influence the film’s performance in the coming days. Responding to the mixed reactions, Nani began by saying he was “heartwarmed by the way audience have owned the film.” At the same time, the actor did not shy away from acknowledging the shortcomings pointed out by critics and reviewers. His response suggested that he was willing to accept the criticism while remaining grateful for the strong connection the film has managed to establish with a section of the audience.
Nani’s Honest Reaction Wins Hearts
Interestingly, Nani also addressed the trolling surrounding The Paradise in a rather light-hearted manner. The actor admitted that he had “enjoyed your hilarious trolls,” indicating that he has been following the reactions and memes doing the rounds online. Rather than getting defensive about the criticism, Nani’s response appears to acknowledge both the appreciation and the negativity surrounding the film. It remains to be seen whether the mixed word of mouth will affect The Paradise in the crucial days ahead.
