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Revanth Reddy Responds to Nani’s RTC X Roads Request

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Revanth Reddy Responds to Nani’s RTC X Roads Request

Natural Star Nani has made a special request to the Telangana government to allow him to watch the premiere of his upcoming film The Paradise with audiences at a theatre in Hyderabad’s RTC X Roads. The film, directed by Srikanth Odela, is scheduled to hit screens on September 24, with a special premiere show on September 23.

Nani approached Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy, and Telangana Police officials seeking permission to attend the premiere at the iconic cinema hub.

The actor’s request stems from his belief that the real joy of making a film lies in experiencing it alongside the audience. He wants to sit among moviegoers at RTC X Roads and watch their reactions to The Paradise firsthand. For Nani, watching a film with audiences has always been an important part of his connection with cinema.

Nani assured the authorities that all necessary safety protocols would be followed, with public safety remaining the priority. The request comes as The Paradise prepares for release with premium ticket pricing across Telangana.

CM Revanth Reddy Responds to Nani’s RTC X Roads Request

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy responded positively to Nani’s respect for safety guidelines but asked him to submit an official application to the designated local police station.

The Chief Minister stated that the application would be reviewed by the concerned authorities, who would decide based on crowd management and public safety requirements. He appreciated Nani’s commitment to The Paradise and praised young Telangana filmmaker Srikanth Odela.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner C.V. Anand responded to the request, pointing out the practical challenges involved in managing a large gathering at RTC X Roads.

Safety Concerns Amid Festival Season

The timing is significant as Ganesh idol immersions are underway across Telangana, with large crowds expected around Hussain Sagar. Since RTC X Roads is nearby, the area is likely to see heavy traffic and crowd movement.

The police also referenced a tragic stampede that occurred around two years ago, in which a woman lost her life and a child suffered permanent injuries. Given these circumstances, authorities need to assess whether adequate police personnel can be deployed safely.

Nani thanked Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for his response, stating he will abide by the Police department’s final decision.

With The Paradise premieres set to begin in a few hours, all eyes are now on whether Nani will get to experience his film’s premiere alongside the audience at RTC X Roads.

Here’s Where You Can Watch The Paradise Without Cuts & Beeps

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Here’s Where You Can Watch The Paradise Without Cuts & Beeps

Nani’s The Paradise is gearing up for its worldwide theatrical release on September 24, with paid premieres beginning on September 23. Directed by Srikanth Odela and produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri under SLV Cinemas, the period action drama stars Nani, Kayadu Lohar, Mohan Babu, Raghav Juyal and Sonali Kulkarni. Set in a fictional region in 1984-85, the film revolves around a marginalised community fighting for its identity and existence, with the mother-son bond at the heart of the story. With strong advance sales and considerable pre-release buzz, expectations are high for its opening.

CBFC Orders 21 Changes

The film’s censor process has become a major talking point after the CBFC suggested 21 changes. The modifications reportedly include changes to visuals depicting violence and bloodshed, muting cuss words, deleting certain dialogues, removing a foul-word tattoo from Nani’s character’s hand and adding statutory warnings. The Paradise has received an A certificate, while its final runtime is reported at 174 minutes, or 2 hours and 54 minutes, following the changes. Reports suggest that this is the most censored feature film in Telugu since Puri Jagannadh’s Businessman (2012).

The Original Version Remains

Interestingly, audiences outside India will reportedly get to watch an uncut version of The Paradise, with the overseas print retaining the portions altered for the Indian theatrical release. 123Telugu reports that the overseas version has no cuts, beeps or mutes, making it closer to the version Srikanth Odela originally intended. The overseas premieres begin on September 23, while Indian audiences will get the censored theatrical version from September 24.

Nani’s The Paradise Crosses $1 Million Mark in USA Pre-Sales

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Nani’s The Paradise Crosses $1 Million Mark in USA Pre-Sales

Nani’s The Paradise USA pre-sales have crossed the $1 Million mark, creating a sensation at the box office. The achievement marks a major milestone for Nani, as reaching the $1 Million mark for USA premieres is a feat previously accomplished by only the industry’s biggest stars.

Elite $1 Million USA Pre-Sales Club

Till now, only top-tier stars have crossed this threshold, and Nani now joins that elite club of $1 Million USA Premieres. The strong North American performance showcases Nani’s expanding market and the massive buzz surrounding The Paradise.

Day 1 Pre-Sales Hit 40 Cr Gross Worldwide

Another excellent achievement is that the film’s overall day 1 pre-sales are nearly 40 Cr Gross, crossing the day 1 collections of HIT 3 (the third installment in the HIT franchise).

Despite the trailer not being released yet, initial concerns about whether The Paradise could secure a strong opening have been dispelled. The pre-sales demonstrate massive audience anticipation.

Now, it remains to be seen how the film performs at the box office with positive word of mouth.

The Paradise Telangana Record: ₹10 Cr+ Pre-Sales for Nani

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The Paradise Telangana Record: ₹10 Cr+ Pre-Sales for Nani

Nani‘s The Paradise has set a new benchmark in Telangana, crossing ₹10 Cr gross in pre-sales alone — marking the biggest-ever opening for the Natural Star and any Tier-2 film in the region. With all-India advances at ₹17.5 Cr and worldwide pre-sales nearing ₹30 Cr, the action drama is breaking records even before the first show begins.

All-India and Worldwide Advance Bookings

The Paradise has generated exceptional advance booking numbers across India and overseas markets. Here’s the current breakdown:

TerritoryAdvance Bookings
All-India₹17.5 Cr
Worldwide (including overseas)₹25 Cr+ (on track to cross ₹30 Cr)

The film’s advance sales momentum suggests it could hit the ₹30 Cr worldwide mark by the premiere shows, a rare feat for a Tier-2 star-led film.

Historic Opening for Nani in Telangana

The Paradise Telangana performance has been nothing short of sensational. The film has already crossed the ₹10 Cr gross mark in pre-sales within the region, making it:

  • The biggest opening ever for Nani in Telangana, beating Dasara’s opening day collections
  • The highest pre-sales for any Tier-2 star film in the region
  • A record achieved before the first show even begins

Telangana’s ticket price hike approval has played a significant role in driving these impressive numbers, with enhanced rates for the opening week.

What’s Driving The Paradise’s Record Pre-Sales?

Several factors have contributed to the film’s historic advance bookings:

  • Nani‘s growing star power after consecutive successes
  • Director Srikanth Odela‘s debut film Dasara was a massive hit
  • Strong promotional campaign and positive buzz
  • Premium ticket pricing across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
  • Wide release with maximum shows allocated

The Nizam region alone crossed ₹5 Cr in under 24 hours, indicating exceptional demand in the core Telugu markets.

Premieres Tomorrow: Can It Challenge Tier-1 Records?

If The Paradise receives positive word-of-mouth from tomorrow’s premiere shows, the film could potentially challenge even Tier-1 star opening records in Telangana. The advance bookings have already positioned it as one of the biggest openers of 2026 for Telugu cinema.

With premieres scheduled for September 23, all eyes are now on audience reactions and critic reviews, which will determine whether the film can sustain this momentum through its opening weekend and beyond.

Aadarsha Kutumbam Postponed to Oct 9th

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Aadarsha Kutumbam Postponed to Oct 9th

The much-awaited family entertainer Aadarsha Kutumbam, marking the first collaboration between Venkatesh and director Trivikram Srinivas, has been officially postponed from its October 2 release date. Industry reports had been circulating about the Aadarsha Kutumbam postponement for several days, but official confirmation arrived today.

Producer Confirms New October 9 Date

Producer Naga Vamsi of Haarika & Hassine Creations confirmed the postponement and apologized for the delay. Aadarsha Kutumbam will now release in theaters on October 9, 2026, one week later than initially planned. The producer stated that the team needs additional time to deliver the quality entertainment audiences expect.

Earlier industry buzz had suggested the postponement was imminent as promotional activities remained quiet.

First Single Also Delayed

The first single “Narayanamma,” featuring Srinidhi Shetty, Nivetha Pethuraj, and Dimple Hayathi, was scheduled to release today but will now drop this weekend.

Nara Rohith, Pujita Ponnada, Rao Ramesh, and Satya play crucial roles in the film. Thaman is composing the music.

Endhayya Saami: Vijay-Rashmika’s Ranabaali First Song

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Endhayya Saami: Vijay-Rashmika’s Ranabaali First Song

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna’s highly anticipated period action film Ranabaali is all set to hit theaters this Dussehra on October 16, 2026. The makers have now released the film’s first single, Endhayya Saami, which has instantly struck a chord with fans. The romantic melody was partially unveiled during the couple’s real-life wedding celebrations in February 2026, making it even more special for their massive fan base.

A Melodious Love Ballad

Endhayya Saami showcases the on-screen chemistry between Vijay Deverakonda’s Ranabaali and Rashmika Mandanna’s Jayamma as newlyweds in the film. Set against the historical backdrop of colonial South India between 1854 and 1878, the song beautifully captures the couple’s love story within the period action narrative. The emotional connect that fans felt during the wedding teaser has now translated into full-blown admiration for this melodious track, with listeners praising how naturally the song flows within the film’s setting.

Musical Excellence by Ajay-Atul

The song features soulful lyrics penned by renowned lyricist Ramajogayya Sastry, whose poetic Telugu verses have elevated the romantic essence of the track. Singer Shweta Mohan and composer Ajay Gogavale lent their melodious voices to the Telugu version, while the Hindi rendition titled “O Mere Saajan” features Javed Ali alongside Shweta Mohan. The music duo Ajay-Atul, celebrated for their work across Telugu and Hindi cinema, have crafted a tune that perfectly complements the period setting of Ranabaali. Their composition blends traditional instruments with contemporary arrangements, creating a timeless feel that resonates with audiences.

Building Buzz for Dussehra Release

Endhayya Saami has given the much-required boost to the promotional campaign for Ranabaali. The song’s release on September 21 marks the beginning of an aggressive marketing push as the film gears up for its Dussehra debut. Directed by Rahul Sankrityan and produced by Mythri Movie Makers, Ranabaali promises to be a grand period action entertainer exploring real historical events. The combination of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in a period setting, coupled with the wedding connection, has already created significant buzz across social media. Fans are eagerly awaiting more music releases and promotional content in the coming weeks as the October 16 release date approaches.

Raghava Lawrence Is Mahaveer Karna, First Look Out

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Raghava Lawrence Is Mahaveer Karna, First Look Out

The first look of Mahaveer Karna is out, and it confirms Raghava Lawrence in the title role, playing the legendary Mahabharata warrior Karna. The poster carries the line “Born A Hero, Destined A Legend,” giving fans their first proper glimpse of Lawrence in this larger than life avatar.

This poster answers a question that had been open since the project’s title announcement back in August, who would play Karna. With Lawrence now confirmed and unveiled in full royal war attire, complete with a sun emblem on his forehead nodding to Karna’s mythological origin as the son of the sun god Surya, the casting adds real star weight to what was already being billed as an ambitious, large scale project.

Mahaveer Karna is directed by Ramesh Varma and presented by Pen Studios’ Jayantilal Gada, alongside RV Studios and Sri Neeladri Productions. The film is described as an epic hybrid live action project, a first of its kind format for Indian cinema, and will release in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada.

When the title was first announced, the makers had confirmed a worldwide release date of December 4, 2026. This new poster, however, lists the release simply as 2027, without a specific date, indicating the film has moved out of its original window. No reason for the shift has been given yet.

Mandaadi Crosses 106 Cr In 12 Days, Set To Double Soori’s Career Best Soon

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Mandaadi Crosses 106 Cr In 12 Days, Set To Double Soori’s Career Best Soon

Mandaadi continues to hold super strong collections even 12 days into its run. The film’s worldwide gross now stands at ₹106.5 Cr, and it’s showing no real signs of slowing down.

The Full 12 Day Breakdown

Tamil Nadu leads with ₹66 Cr, followed by the Telugu states at ₹16 Cr, Karnataka at ₹6.5 Cr, and Kerala plus ROI combined at ₹3 Cr. Overseas has added ₹15 Cr, taking the total worldwide gross to ₹106.5 Cr.

With the film set for a good run for at least another one to two weeks, crossing ₹125 Cr in its full run looks like a sure shot at this point. The real question now is how close it can get to the ₹150 Cr mark worldwide, and whether it can cross ₹100 Cr in Tamil Nadu alone, both genuinely ambitious targets that are now within realistic reach.

A Career Best By A Massive Margin

This is already Soori’s biggest film by a huge margin. His previous career best stood at around ₹60 Cr, and Mandaadi has already crossed that by nearly 1.8 times over. With the film still running strong and ₹125 Cr Plus expected by the end of its run, it’s well on track to finish at more than double his previous career best.A Career Best By A Massive Margin

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Crosses ₹150 Cr In Kerala, A Number No Film Has Ever Touched

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Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Crosses ₹150 Cr In Kerala, A Number No Film Has Ever Touched

History has been rewritten. Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has become the first ever film to cross the ₹150 Cr gross mark in Kerala, backed by over 90 lakh footfalls in the state alone, an industry hit by a huge margin.

The previous biggest grosser in Kerala was Vaazha 2, which had settled at ₹130 Cr. Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has already gone well past that number, and with the film still running, it is expected to add a few more crores from here as well.

On the worldwide front, the film is holding a gross of around ₹320 Cr. Both in Kerala and worldwide, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has scored industry hit status by a big margin, making this a landmark success on every front.

Kerala’s Box Office History, Rewritten

The film’s achievement stands out even more when placed against the full history of Kerala box office milestones:

  • First ₹10 Cr, Aniyathipraavu (1997)
  • ₹20 Cr, Twenty20 (2008)
  • ₹30 to 40 Cr, Drishyam (2013)
  • ₹50 to 80 Cr, Pulimurugan (2016)
  • ₹90 to 110 Cr, Thudarum (2025)
  • ₹120 Cr, Lokah (2025)
  • ₹130 to 150 Cr, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit (2026)

Looking at this list, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit doesn’t just sit at the top, it represents nearly three decades of Kerala box office growth reaching an entirely new peak. From Aniyathipraavu’s ₹10 Cr in 1997 to this film crossing ₹150 Cr almost three decades later, the milestone captures just how far Malayalam cinema’s commercial scale has come.

It’s Official, Fauzi Postponed, Producer Ravi Confirms What The Trade Already Knew

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It’s Official, Fauzi Postponed, Producer Ravi Confirms What The Trade Already Knew

Fauzi’s postponement is now officially confirmed. Producer Ravi made the announcement on stage at The Paradise’s pre-release event, putting an official seal on something distributors and industry insiders had already been informed about days earlier.

By the time this stage announcement happened, it was already old news within the industry. Distributors and trade circles had been quietly informed well in advance, and that early heads-up had already set off a chain reaction, with several other films moving quickly to lock in the date Fauzi was vacating.

With Fauzi stepping away from its earlier December window, Naga Chaitanya’s Vrushakarma, Vishwak Sen’s LEGACY, and Dulquer Salmaan and Pooja Hegde’s Sri Sri all moved to claim December 4 for themselves, turning what was once a Fauzi solo date into a genuinely crowded one.

Fauzi is now expected to align its release closer to Spirit’s timeline instead, with the team eyeing the back half of 2027 as its new target window rather than competing in the current festive calendar.

With the postponement now made official rather than just industry chatter, the ripple effects on the release calendar are locked in. December 4 stays a stacked date with three big films, and Fauzi resets its own timeline entirely around a completely different part of next year.

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