Nani recently celebrated the birthday of his “The Paradise” director, Srikanth Odela, with a heartfelt post on social media.
The actor shared a video on his X (formerly known as Twitter) handle, featuring behind-the-scenes moments from the film’s production. In his post, Nani highlighted how the naturally introverted filmmaker transforms into a powerhouse on set. The footage showcased Odela’s intense passion for every detail as he brings his vision to life.
Nani wished him well on his special day, saying, “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 collaboration with Odela, following the success of the 2023 blockbuster “Dasara,” which was also Odela’s debut project.
Recently, the team unveiled the first-look poster of actress Sonali Kulkarni, creating significant buzz around her role in the upcoming film. Industry insiders suggest that Sonali’s character may be one of the strongest female portrayals seen in Indian cinema.
A source close to the production shared, “Sonali Kulkarni’s character is one of the most powerful we’ve ever seen on screen. She plays the mother of the protagonist, and her presence is reminiscent of Sivagami from Baahubali—commanding, dignified, and emotionally layered.”
Additionally, Raghav Juyal, known from “The Ba*ds of Bollywood,” has been cast in a pivotal role in “The Paradise.”
In July, welcoming Raghav on board for his birthday, the production house SLV Cinemas announced, “Team #TheParadise wishes the talented @TheRaghav_Juyal a very Happy Birthday. Welcoming him in a role that will be unique and will take everyone by surprise. #THEPARADISE in CINEMAS 26TH MARCH, 2026. Natural Star @NameisNani in an @odela_srikanth cinema. An @anirudhofficial musical.”