Director Srikanth Odela's Heartfelt Tribute to Nani on His Birthday
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Hyderabad, Feb 24 (NationPress) Srikanth Odela, the director of the much-anticipated film 'The Paradise', shared an emotional tribute to lead actor Nani in honor of his birthday.
In a heartfelt message posted on his X account, Odela expressed, "Every time you say, 'It's your wish, Srikanth,' I perceive it as 'I trust you, Srikanth.' That immense trust is overwhelming, pushing me to pour my heart and soul into 'The Paradise.'"
Odela confessed, "I have challenged every cinematic rule you hold dear. I disrupted your typical working days, altered your release schedules, and pushed the boundaries of your filmmaking style. Yet, each time I broke you, you rebuilt me, reinforcing my abilities and shaping who I am today. No one has believed in me quite like you have, Nani."
He elaborated on the cooperation he received from Nani, noting, "When I requested that you wear braids, you agreed with 'Okay, it's your wish.' Even when I suggested a tattoo with a slur, you responded with 'Okay, it's your wish.' I put you through numerous retakes, yet you still said, 'Okay, it's your wish.' I often wonder why you are so accommodating, and perhaps I will uncover that answer through 'The Paradise.'"
Odela concluded with a touching birthday wish, saying, "To the Dharani who has faith in me and to the Jadal who continues to support me... Happy Birthday, Nani Anna. I am eternally grateful."
For those unfamiliar, 'The Paradise' has generated significant excitement among audiences and film enthusiasts alike.
Odela made his directorial debut with 'Dasara', which was also headlined by Nani. The film was a critical success and achieved massive box office earnings, crossing the ₹100 crore milestone. Now, the duo is reuniting for 'The Paradise.'
Additionally, popular Bollywood actor Raghav Juyal is part of the cast. It was previously announced that he would be joining the film's team last year, and he has hinted at a new look for this project.
'The Paradise' is slated for release on August 21 this year and will be available in eight languages: Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, English, Spanish, Bengali, Kannada, and Malayalam.