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The Paradise 1st Week Collections: ₹150 Cr Worldwide

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The Paradise 1st Week Collections: ₹150 Cr Worldwide

Nani‘s The Paradise has completed its first week at the box office with ₹150.25 Cr gross worldwide. The film, directed by Srikanth Odela, opened to extraordinary numbers during its opening weekend but saw big drops in collections during the weekdays.

The first-week total still represents a significant milestone: The Paradise has become Nani‘s career-highest grossing film.

The Paradise 1st Week Area-Wise Breakdown

The territorial breakdown shows strong concentration in Nizam, which alone contributed ₹53.5 Cr—over 35% of the worldwide total. The Andhra Pradesh territories (Ceeded plus six territories) collectively brought in ₹39.7 Cr, while Karnataka emerged as a strong market with ₹11.25 Cr.

TerritoryGross (₹ Cr)
Nizam53.5
Ceeded9.7
Andhra (6 Territories)30
Karnataka11.25
TN + Kerala4.3
ROI11.5
Overseas30
Worldwide Total150.25

Overseas markets contributed ₹30 Cr to the first-week tally, while Rest of India brought in ₹11.5 Cr. The combined Tamil Nadu and Kerala markets accounted for ₹4.3 Cr.

Break-Even Achieved in Key Markets

The Paradise has achieved break-even status in Telangana and Karnataka but needs sustained collections in Andhra Pradesh and other territories to emerge profitable across all areas.

The second weekend will be critical, with multiple new releases competing for screens. How Nani and Srikanth Odela‘s film holds against the new competition will determine its path to overall profitability and final theatrical run.

Akshay Kumar’s Haiwaan – Biggest Disaster of 21st Century!

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Akshay Kumar’s Haiwaan – Biggest Disaster of 21st Century!

Akshay Kumar was once regarded as one of the biggest stars in Hindi cinema, with an impressive track record of delivering multiple releases in the same year. However, his recent theatrical run has been challenging, and his latest outing Haiwaan has ended its box-office journey on a highly disappointing note. The film’s underwhelming performance has once again raised questions about the actor’s current theatrical pull.

Directed by Priyadarshan, Haiwaan is a crime thriller starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan in the lead roles. A remake of the Malayalam hit Oppam, the film carried modest buzz ahead of its release and opened to just ₹2.5 crore net on its first day. The response from audiences and critics was also largely negative, further impacting the film’s prospects at the box office.

Reflecting the poor word of mouth, Haiwaan managed only around ₹6.7 crore net during its opening weekend. The film has now concluded its theatrical run with a reported lifetime net of just ₹9 crore in India. For a film headlined by established stars such as Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, the final numbers are undeniably disappointing and have emerged as a major talking point in trade circles.

Avneet Kaur’s Curves

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Avneet Kaur’s Curves

Avneet Kaur looks stunning in these striking pictures, dressed in a figure-hugging wine-red gown that beautifully follows her silhouette. The intricate embellishments catch the light with every pose, while the off-shoulder neckline and fitted design create a sophisticated yet undeniably sultry look. Her long, wavy hair adds to the glamorous styling.

The actress confidently showcases her curves throughout the photoshoot, striking elegant poses both outdoors on the London streets and inside a stylish venue. Her poised stance, defined waist and graceful posture give the gown a statuesque appeal, while her expressive eyes and polished makeup add intensity to the close-up frames.

The rich crimson shade makes the entire shoot even more captivating, giving Avneet Kaur a classic red-carpet aura. The look is particularly timely, as she recently attended the London world premiere of Digger in a similarly glamorous wine-red embellished gown. Her latest fashion outings continue to showcase her confident, contemporary style.

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The Paradise 1st Week Box Office: 150 Cr+ Worldwide Gross

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The Paradise 1st Week Box Office: 150 Cr+ Worldwide Gross

Nani‘s The Paradise has crossed the 150 Cr mark worldwide in its first week, emerging as the actor’s biggest grosser to date. The film, directed by Srikanth Odela, achieved this milestone despite receiving predominantly negative reviews, powered by an extraordinary opening weekend.

First Week Performance Breakdown

Released on September 24, 2026, The Paradise generated massive pre-release hype that translated into strong footfalls across all territories. The film has now become Nani’s first-ever 150 Cr grosser, surpassing his previous career-best milestone.

With an extraordinary first weekend, the period action drama demonstrated strong box office pull despite mixed critical reception. The opening numbers were driven by Nani’s star power and the buzz surrounding his reunion with director Srikanth Odela.

Territory-Wise Recovery Analysis

While the film has achieved an impressive gross collection of over 150 Cr worldwide, recovery varies significantly across different markets:

TerritoryRecovery StatusBreakeven Status
Nizam100%Achieved ✓
Andhra Pradesh~60%Pending
Overseas~70%Pending
Karnataka~75%Pending

Nizam has emerged as the strongest territory, achieving complete breakeven. However, Andhra Pradesh remains the most challenging market with recovery in the 60% range. Overseas and Karnataka show moderate recovery in the 70-75% range.

The Srikanth Odela Collaboration Factor

This marks the second consecutive box office milestone in the Nani–Srikanth Odela partnership. With Dasara in 2023, Nani scored his first 100 Cr grosser. The Paradise has now elevated him to the 150 Cr club.

Both career-defining collections share the common factor of Odela’s direction, establishing him as a key collaborator in Nani’s box office journey. The director’s ability to deliver mass appeal while maintaining strong production values has proven commercially viable.

More recently, Nani delivered another hit with Court, further solidifying his box office track record before The Paradise release.

Second Week Crucial for Breakeven

Despite the 150 Cr+ worldwide gross, The Paradise requires a strong second week to achieve complete breakeven across all territories. The film needs sustained collections in Andhra Pradesh, Overseas, and Karnataka to close the recovery gap.

The upcoming national holiday on October 2nd (Friday) presents a strategic advantage. Holiday footfalls could provide the crucial boost needed to improve recovery percentages in non-breakeven territories, potentially pushing the film toward profitability across all markets.

Nabha Natesh’s Beach Clicks

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Nabha Natesh’s Beach Clicks

Nabha Natesh looks smoking hot in these vacation pictures, bringing glamour to a tropical setting. Dressed in a stylish bikini top paired with patterned bottoms, she flaunts her toned midriff while posing against wooden interiors and a resort backdrop. Her flowing hair and minimal styling keep the look alluring.

The actress strikes captivating poses, from running her fingers through her hair to lifting her face towards the sunlight. Her confident body language, radiant complexion and expressive eyes add charm to every frame. The relaxed vacation mood makes the pictures feel glamorous without looking overly staged, with sheer confidence.

The beach setting completes the visual appeal, with crystal-clear turquoise waters, white sands and a picturesque pier adding to the tropical atmosphere. Nabha Natesh is enjoying a Maldives getaway, where she has been sharing holiday moments with her followers. Her latest bikini pictures have certainly added another stylish chapter to her vacation diary.

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Mahesh Babu Reviews Don’t Trouble The Trouble

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Mahesh Babu Reviews Don’t Trouble The Trouble

Mahesh Babu is one of the first people to encourage good cinema, and the Superstar has yet again proved it. After watching Don’t Trouble The Trouble, Mahesh shared his appreciation for the upcoming fantasy entertainer, which stars Fahadh Faasil and child actor Ssara Palekar in the lead roles. Directed by Shashank Yeleti, the film follows Suri, a street magician whose life changes after he encounters a mysterious young girl with supernatural powers. Produced by SS Karthikeya, Shobu Yarlagadda and Prasad Devineni, the film is set to hit theatres on October 2.

Mahesh described the film as a “beautifully complete experience”, praising its craftsmanship, entertainment value and emotional depth. He particularly appreciated the warmth running throughout the film and showered praise on Fahadh Faasil and Ssara Palekar, highlighting their performances and chemistry. His endorsement comes just days before release and adds another major name to the growing buzz around the film.

Meanwhile, Mahesh Babu is currently busy with SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi, his highly anticipated action-adventure featuring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran alongside him. The film is being mounted on a massive scale and is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on April 7, 2027.

This Telugu Star Hero & Heroine Joins Rajinikanth’s Dharman

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This Telugu Star Hero & Heroine Joins Rajinikanth’s Dharman

Rajinikanth’s Dharman is an upcoming action thriller directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, known for Oh My Kadavule and Dragon. Produced by Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International along with R. Mahendran of Turmeric Media, the film features Rajinikanth as a stylish and deadly doctor. Anirudh Ravichander is composing the music, with Niketh Bommi handling cinematography. The film is currently in production and is expected to release in 2027.

Telugu Stars’ Cameos

With Rajinikanth at the centre, Dharman is naturally a major Tamil-market project, but the makers are also looking to strengthen its presence in the Telugu market. The addition of popular Telugu actors is expected to give the film an extra connect with Telugu audiences. The project already has Raashii Khanna, Simran and Yogi Babu in important roles, while recent developments have confirmed the involvement of two prominent Telugu stars.

Raising Expectations

The latest additions are Ram Pothineni and Sreeleela. Ram’s involvement had been the subject of speculation after a picture posted and subsequently deleted by Raashii Khanna appeared to feature him alongside Rajinikanth. Sreeleela has now joined the shoot in Mysuru, with reports confirming her inclusion in the cast. The details of their characters are being kept under wraps, although there is strong speculation that the two could be paired together.

Sardar 2 & Romanchakam – Streaming From Tonight!

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Sardar 2 & Romanchakam – Streaming From Tonight!

Kajal Aggarwal and Shreyas Talpade’s The India Story is already streaming on JioHotstar. Directed by Chetan DK and written and produced by Sagar B. Shinde, the drama-thriller revolves around former Army Major Yogesh Patil, who loses his young daughter to cancer allegedly linked to pesticide contamination. He joins forces with rookie lawyer Archana, played by Kajal, to take on powerful chemical companies in a courtroom battle. The film also features Murali Sharma and Manish Wadhwa.

Romanchakam is a youthful Telugu romantic comedy starring Sumanth Prabhas and Ananthika Sanilkumar. Directed by debutant Venu Gopal Reddy, the film follows a young entrepreneur who launches a dating startup, only to find his own love life becoming increasingly complicated. The cast includes Upendra Limaye and Venkatesh Kakumanu, while Sandeep Reddy Vanga presents the film and his brother Pranay Reddy Vanga produces it under Bhadrakali Pictures. Romanchakam arrives on Netflix tonight, October 1, across multiple languages.

Finally, Sardar 2, the sequel to the 2022 blockbuster Sardar, is heading to Prime Video tonight. Directed by P. S. Mithran, the spy-action thriller brings back Karthi in a dual role, alongside S. J. Suryah, Malavika Mohanan, Ashika Ranganath, Rajisha Vijayan and Yogi Babu. The story follows Sardar’s origins in flashback while his son Vijay confronts a new threat in the present. The performances of Karthi and S. J. Suryah have been among the film’s talking points, and the sequel will stream in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi.

Five Telugu Films Releasing In Theatres This Friday!

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Five Telugu Films Releasing In Theatres This Friday!

Telugu cinema had its biggest release of last month in Nani’s The Paradise, which arrived amid massive expectations. Now, the weekend brings a fresh set of releases. Here are five films hitting the big screens this Friday, capitalizing on the Gandhi Jayanthi weekend. Drop a comment saying which of these would be your first choice.

5. Anakapalli

Starring Vikram Sahidev and Sandhya Vasishta, Anakapalli is an action romance directed by Khagesh Tammineni. Set against a rural backdrop, the film revolves around a youngster caught between love and the dangerous world of crime. With limited star power, its prospects largely depend on content and word of mouth.

4. Thella Kaagitham

Harsh Roshan of Court fame and Nakshatra headline Thella Kaagitham, a musical romance directed by Ramesh Bandreddi, with music by Vijay Bulganin. A leaked intimate scene recently created considerable buzz online, putting the film in the spotlight ahead of release. The makers will now hope that curiosity translates into theatrical footfall.

3. Good Time

Nikhil Gajula and Anyuktha Nallani lead Good Time, a youthful comedy-drama directed by Chanakya Jilla. The film promises a light-hearted entertainer aimed primarily at younger audiences. With no major star attached, the holiday weekend and audience word of mouth will be crucial for its theatrical prospects.

2. Don’t Trouble The Trouble

Fahadh Faasil and Ssara Palekar headline Shashank Yeleti’s fantasy drama Don’t Trouble The Trouble. The film has gained additional attention through its association with SS Rajamouli’s family, while Jr NTR’s appearance at the pre-release event further boosted its buzz. Fahadh’s presence and the unusual fantasy premise make this one of the more distinctive releases of the week.

1. Sigma

Sundeep Kishan and Faria Abdullah headline Sigma, which marks Jason Sanjay’s directorial debut. The action-adventure heist film has naturally generated curiosity around Vijay’s son stepping behind the camera, while Chiranjeevi attending the pre-release event added further publicity. Faria Abdullah is also making her Tamil debut, giving Sigma multiple talking points ahead of Friday.

The Paradise Hits Breakeven in Nizam – Nani Film’s Lone Bright Spot

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The Paradise Hits Breakeven in Nizam – Nani Film’s Lone Bright Spot

The Paradise released amidst high expectations but received mixed-to-negative reactions from audiences. Despite the divided word of mouth, the film managed to put up strong numbers during its opening weekend. However, the impact of the response became evident from the weekdays, with the film witnessing a significant drop from Monday onwards. Interestingly, Nizam has emerged as a notable exception to the overall trend.

Jadal Zamana In Telangana

Within just seven days of its release, The Paradise has reportedly reached the breakeven mark in Nizam. Mythri Movie Distributors acquired the territory’s rights for a reported ₹35 crore, including GST, and every rupee earned from this point forward will contribute to profits. With the film continuing to generate decent numbers in the territory, the distributor is expected to finish with a table profit if the current momentum sustains.

An Average Grosser Worldwide

However, the broader picture remains challenging. The Paradise has reportedly grossed around ₹145 crore worldwide so far, but several other territories are struggling to recover their investments. Trade estimates suggest that the film could eventually achieve an overall recovery of around 75–80%, which would put its final theatrical verdict in the ‘Average’ zone. With Nizam currently providing the strongest support, the film’s performance over the extended Gandhi Jayanti weekend will be crucial for its overall run.

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