Actor Nani is gearing up for a packed slate, with his much-anticipated action film The Paradise nearing completion and his next project, Bloody Romeo, reportedly set to begin soon after.
According to industry reports, Nani is expected to wrap up the shoot of The Paradise shortly. The film is slated to hit theatres on August 21, 2026.
‘The Paradise’: What We Know
Directed by Srikanth Odela of Dasara fame, The Paradise is an action drama that sees Nani in a powerful role as a fierce leader from an underprivileged community fighting for citizenship and systemic justice.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Srikanth Odela (Dasara) |
| Music | Anirudh Ravichander |
| Cast | Nani, Raghav Juyal, Mohan Babu, Tanikella Bharani, Sonali Kulkarni, Sampoornesh Babu, Eeshwari Rao |
| Release Date | August 21, 2026 |
| First Single | Aaya Sher (recently released) |
Originally slated for a March 26 release, the film was postponed to August 21 due to pending work. The makers recently released the first single, Aaya Sher, composed by Anirudh Ravichander, which has further built anticipation.
Next: ‘Bloody Romeo’
Following the completion of The Paradise, Nani is expected to move on to his next film, Bloody Romeo, which is reportedly scheduled to go on floors in June 2026. An official confirmation on the timeline is still awaited.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Sujeeth (Saaho, They Call Him OG) |
| Expected Start | June 2026 |
| Genre | Stylish gangster action film |
| Announcement | Made on Nani’s 42nd birthday with an animated teaser |
Sujeeth’s Cinematic Universe
Bloody Romeo is said to be part of director Sujeeth’s cinematic universe, which includes films like Saaho and They Call Him OG. There are also reports suggesting that Prithviraj Sukumaran is in talks to play a key role in the film, although details about his character and the overall cast remain under wraps.
Nani’s Recent Work
Nani was last seen in HIT: The Third Case, directed by Sailesh Kolanu. The film, part of the HIT Cinematic Universe, featured Srinidhi Shetty and ended with a post-credit scene hinting at a fourth instalment starring Karthi.
