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:
| Territory | Advance 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.
