Hyderabad, February 13, 2026: In a development that has sent ripples through the South Indian film industry, Natural Star Nani and director Srikanth Odela have officially pushed back the release of their massive action thriller, The Paradise. Originally slated for a summer showdown on March 26, the makers have now locked in August 21, 2026, as the new global release date.
The announcement came via a striking new poster shared on social media, featuring Nani in a rugged, fierce avatar—now famously known by the hashtag #JadalZamana.
Quality Over Haste: Why the Delay?
Director Srikanth Odela, who previously delivered the blockbuster Dasara with Nani, was candid about the postponement. Taking to Instagram, he shared, “I don’t want to rush. I need some time to deliver it.” This “quality-first” approach is reportedly due to:
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Massive Production Scale: High-octane action sequences and a grand introduction song, titled “Aaya Sher,” are currently being filmed on sets of unprecedented scale in Hyderabad.
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Technical Perfection: With Anirudh Ravichander handling the score, the team wants to ensure the audio-visual experience is flawless.
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Strategic Window: Moving to August 21 allows the film to leverage a three-week festive period including Onam, Raksha Bandhan, and Janmashtami, providing a much stronger box office runway.
What to Expect from ‘The Paradise’
The film is being touted as Nani’s most intense role to date. Set against the gritty backdrop of Secunderabad’s slums, the story follows a marginalized community fighting for justice against a deep-seated system of oppression.
Key Film Details:
| Lead Actor | Nani (as “Jadal”) |
| Director | Srikanth Odela |
| Music | Anirudh Ravichander |
| Antagonist | Raghav Juyal |
| Female Lead | Kayadu Lohar |
| Supporting Cast | Mohan Babu, Sampoornesh Babu, Sonali Kulkarni |
| Languages | Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, English, Spanish |
Avoiding the March Madness
The decision also helps The Paradise avoid a crowded March calendar. With big-ticket films like Ram Charan’s Peddi (which recently moved to April) and Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh creating schedule clashes, the August slot offers The Paradise the breathing room a “pan-world” release requires.
As the production enters its final stages, the hype for #JadalZamanaFromAug21 continues to skyrocket. Fans may have to wait five more months, but if the Dasara duo’s track record is any indication, the wait for this “storm” will be well worth it.
Stay tuned to PingTV for more exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and the upcoming first single from The Paradise!
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