Nani and director Srikanth Odela’s The Paradise has created massive buzz in Tollywood trade circles, with the film’s The Paradise Nizam rights acquired by Mythri Movie Makers on an outright basis for a whopping ₹37 crore. This landmark deal signals Nani’s rising star power and the film’s strong pre-release market confidence.
Mythri Movie Makers Secures The Paradise Nizam Rights
Mythri Movie Distributors has locked The Paradise theatrical rights for the Nizam territory at ₹37 crore, marking one of the biggest deals for a Nani film. The production house-turned-distributor has been aggressively acquiring Nizam rights for big-ticket films, and this acquisition further cements their position as a key player in the region. The deal was finalized on an outright basis, reflecting strong buyer confidence in the film’s box office potential.
The Paradise is a period action drama set in 1980s Secunderabad, featuring an ensemble cast including Janhvi Kapoor, Mohan Babu, and Raghav Juyal. Mounted on a massive budget of around ₹200 crore, the film is slated for a September 2026 theatrical release.
Nani’s Tier-1 Push with Record Business
This ₹37 crore Nizam deal places The Paradise far beyond typical Tier-2 range territory deals. Nani now firmly stands between Tier-1 and Tier-2 star status, and industry insiders expect the film to register ₹100 crore+ in theatrical business from the Telugu version alone.
The actor’s market value has grown significantly after recent successes, and The Paradise is being positioned as his biggest release to date. With the film releasing in multiple languages including Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada, the total theatrical business across all versions is expected to be substantial.
Pre-Release Business Targets ₹200 Crore
Following the ₹37 crore Nizam rights deal, trade analysts project that The Paradise is on track to register ₹200 crore+ in total pre-release business across all territories and rights. This would be an almost unprecedented feat for a Nani starrer and reflects the combination of director Srikanth Odela’s rising stock after his debut film and the film’s pan-Indian appeal.
| Territory/Rights | Status | Deal Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nizam | ₹37 Cr (Mythri Movie Makers) | Outright |
| Total Pre-Release Projection | ₹200 Cr+ | Estimated |
| Telugu Theatrical Target | ₹100 Cr+ | Projected |
With distributors showing strong faith in the project, The Paradise is set for record theatrical business that could redefine Nani’s market standing in the Telugu film industry. Fans eagerly await the film’s September theatrical release.