Nani’s The Paradise Faces Delay—Will It Clash with Ram Charan’s Peddi?
Natural Star Nani’s much-hyped pan-India project, The Paradise, has reportedly hit a major roadblock, casting doubts over its originally planned March 26, 2026, release.
Shooting Delay Due to Date Issue
Despite initial plans to go ahead without shifting dates—even as Ram Charan’s Peddi was set for a one-day-gap release—The Paradise now seems unlikely to meet the schedule.
According to insiders, several key actors in the film are unavailable for the next leg of the shoot due to date conflicts, forcing the team to pause production. The shoot may resume only by July or August 2025, depending on availability.
Director & OTT Status Update
Director Srikanth Odela, who previously impressed with Dasara, is said to be fully ready to push forward once logistics settle. But for now, the production delay might mean the film could miss the summer 2026 window.
Meanwhile, no official OTT deal has been signed yet. Although Netflix is said to be in advanced talks, the makers have not made any announcements.
Additionally, the rumored casting of Mohan Babu in a key role remains unconfirmed, adding further ambiguity to the film’s current status.
Potential Box Office Clash with Peddi
With both The Paradise and Buchi Babu Sana’s Peddi eyeing summer 2026 slots, fans are now worried about a box-office clash. While Peddi is progressing smoothly and allocating time for post-production and early promotions, The Paradise appears to be struggling with scheduling issues.
Industry insiders suggest that a date conflict would do neither film any favors. It may be strategically wiser for the teams to space out their releases to ensure maximum audience reach and box-office success.
What’s at Stake for Nani?
Nani, who faced a lukewarm response for Hit 3, is said to be completely dedicated to The Paradise and has no other active film commitments. The film is expected to be one of the most ambitious and high-content projects of his career.
Fans are hopeful that, despite the delay, the final output will live up to the massive expectations surrounding it.
