Rumors are swirling that Nani’s highly anticipated action-drama, The Paradise, may vacate its March 26, 2026, release slot. As of today, January 25, 2026, while the makers haven’t officially confirmed a delay, several industry reports point toward a mid-year shift.
The Postponement Buzz
- New Potential Date: According to trade reports from 123Telugu and TeluguOne, the film is now eyeing June 25, 2026, as a potential new release date.
- Reason for Delay: The primary cause is reportedly pending production work. Despite starting last year, insiders suggest that over 50% of the shoot and significant post-production (heavy on VFX) remain incomplete.
- Avoiding the “Box Office Tsunami”: Rumors also suggest the makers want to avoid a massive clash with Dhurandhar 2, which is currently dominating the box office (having released on March 19) and is being hailed as an all-time blockbuster.
Official Stance (As of Now)
Despite the viral rumors, the official social media handles for The Paradise have recently stood by the original date.
- The “Silent Monster” Promo: Just last month, the makers released a birthday tribute for director Srikanth Odela, explicitly reconfirming the March 26 date in the caption.
- Promotional Rollout: To keep the momentum, the first song (composed by Anirudh Ravichander) is still reportedly locked for a February 2026 release.
Quick Facts: The Paradise
| Feature | Details |
| Director | Srikanth Odela (Dasara fame) |
| Cast | Nani (as Jadal/Dhagad), Kayadu Lohar, Mohan Babu, Raghav Juyal |
| Theme | A gritty uprising of an oppressed tribal community (metaphorically called “crows”) |
| Music | Anirudh Ravichander |
| Languages | Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, plus English and Spanish |
Other Trending Movie News (Jan 25)
- Border 2: Sunny Deol’s war epic has crossed ₹66 crore in two days and is heading for a ₹150 crore Republic Day weekend.
- Dhurandhar 2: Suniel Shetty recently praised Ranveer Singh’s performance, calling him “100 out of 10” as the film shatters global box office records.
- Peddi: Ram Charan’s upcoming film is also reportedly facing postponement rumors from its March 27 slot, potentially clearing the deck for a completely different summer lineup.