Is Nani Predicting a Storm This Year for 'The Paradise' Maker Srikanth Odela's Birthday?
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Hyderabad, Dec 14 (NationPress) Nani celebrated the birthday of his director for 'The Paradise', Srikanth Odela, with a heartfelt social media message.
He shared a captivating video on his X (formerly Twitter) account, showcasing behind-the-scenes moments from the production of 'The Paradise'.
Nani highlighted how the typically reserved filmmaker transforms into a powerhouse on set. The footage captures the director's fervor and meticulous attention to detail as he brings his artistic vision to life.
In his birthday wishes, Nani expressed, 'Celebrating this mad fellow today. Happy birthday Srikanth. It will be a storm this year. Brace for impact :) #THEPARADISE @odela_srikanth' (sic).
'The Paradise' marks Nani's second project with Odela, following their successful collaboration on the 2023 hit 'Dasara', which was also Odela's debut.
The excitement around the film intensified recently with the release of the first-look poster featuring actress Sonali Kulkarni, stirring considerable speculation about her character.
Industry insiders have indicated that Sonali's role is poised to be one of the most powerful female representations in Indian cinema.
A source close to the production team remarked, 'Sonali Kulkarni’s character is one of the most formidable we’ve witnessed on screen. She portrays the mother of the lead character, and her presence evokes memories of Sivagami from 'Baahubali' — authoritative, dignified, and rich in emotional depth.'
The film has also cast actor Raghav Juyal from 'The Ba*ds of Bollywood' in a significant role.
In July, the production house, SLV Cinemas, welcomed Raghav on his birthday, stating, 'Team #TheParadise wishes the talented @TheRaghav_Juyal a very Happy Birthday. We are thrilled to have him in a role that is unique and will surprise everyone. #THEPARADISE hits CINEMAS on 26th MARCH, 2026. Natural Star @NameisNani teams up with @odela_srikanth for this project. An @anirudhofficial musical.'