Nani breaks silence on The Paradise backlash

Indian actor Nani has responded to the mixed reactions surrounding his latest film The Paradise, thanking audiences for their support while also acknowledging criticism from viewers and reviewers.

Directed by Srikanth Odela, the film was released on Thursday and generated varied responses after hitting cinemas. While many viewers praised the movie and Nani’s performance, others pointed out areas they felt could have been improved.

Nani addressed the reactions in a post on X. He said he had gone through the comments and responses shared by audiences following the film’s release.

The actor thanked fans for their affection and said he also enjoyed the humorous criticism and trolls directed at the film. He added that the feedback from critics had given him an opportunity to learn from the shortcomings they highlighted.

Nani said he was particularly touched by the way audiences had embraced the film. He also credited critics and reviewers for pointing out its flaws, saying their observations would help the team learn and improve.

The actor further expressed gratitude for the excitement surrounding The Paradise. He said the entire team had worked hard to create a different cinematic experience for viewers.

Nani left the final judgment to the audience, saying the film belonged to them after its release. He thanked viewers for showing affection towards him and supporting the project.

Meanwhile, The Paradise has opened with strong numbers at the Indian box office. The film earned Rs11.60 crore net during paid previews on Wednesday. It then collected another Rs34.65 crore net on its first full day of release on Thursday.

The film’s box office performance is now being closely watched as it enters its second day. Its overall run will depend on how audiences respond to the movie in the coming days.