The Paradise
Dir. Srikanth Odela
TollyPrema Score
6 critics
Scores better than 7% of Telugu films
In 1980s Secunderabad, a marginalized tribe battles discrimination and fights for citizenship under an unexpected leader's guidance, challenging systemic oppression.
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Critic Reviews (6)
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“#TheParadise A Patience Testing Artificial Mass Film! An interesting start and decent interval are about the only portions that work in the first half. The second half is even worse with senseless writing, tedious narration, and barely any emotional connect. There are moments that show some promise in the film, but everything feels artificial, from the staging and performances to the action, while the lackluster editing and abrupt cuts only make it more chaotic. Apart from the songs, Anirudh's BGM is surprisingly weak, and the poor sound mixing makes things worse with excessive loudness and dialogues that are hard to follow at times. Odela completely fumbles the writing and execution, wasting a golden opportunity. It's a head scratcher how he followed Dasara up with this. Nani puts in the effort, but even he feels like a misfit in this poorly sketched world. A completely forgettable film and easily one of Nani's weakest. Rating: 1.75/5”
“The film revolves around the Savari community living in Hyderabad’s Paradise area without proper recognition or identity. Malik (Mohan Babu) rules the area with absolute authority and keeps the Savaris under control. Sammakka rises as one of the few rebellious voices from the …”
“Release Date : September 24, 2026 123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5 Starring : Nani, Mohan Babu, Kayadu Lohar, Raghav Juyal,Sampoornesh Babu, Sonali Kulkarni and Others Director : Srikanth Odela Producer : Sudhakar Cherukuri Music Director : Anirudh Ravichander Cinematographer : C…”
“Cast - Nani, Mohan Babu, Kayadu Lohar, Sonali Kulkarni, Raghav Juyal, Sampoornesh Babu, Easwari Rao, Tanikella Bharani, Raja Ravindra, Priya Darshi and Keerthy Suresh”
“Movie: The Paradise Rating: 2/5 Banner: SLV Cinemas Cast: Nani, Sonali Kulakarni, Mohan Babu M, Kayadu Lohar, Sampoornesh Babu, Raghav Juyal, and others Dialogues: Thota Srinivas Music Director: Anirudh Ravichander DOP: Ch. Sai Editor: Naveen Nooli Production Designer: Avinash…”
“Cast: Nani, Mohan Babu, Kayadu Lohar, Sonali Kulkarni, Raghav Juyal”
🎬 Cast & Crew
Crew
Cast
Nani
Jadal Zamana
Kayadu Lohar
Subbu
Raghav Juyal
Vikram Maalik
Mohan Babu
Shikanja Maalik
Sonali Kulkarni
Sampoornesh Babu
Biriyani
Babu Mohan
Tanikella Bharani
Score breakdown
Watched the film? Vote on each review below to help us track who gets it right.
“#TheParadise A Patience Testing Artificial Mass Film! An interesting start and decent interval are about the only portions that work in the first half. The second half is even worse with senseless writing, tedious narration, and barely any emotional connect. There are moments that show some promise in the film, but everything feels artificial, from the staging and performances to the action, while the lackluster editing and abrupt cuts only make it more chaotic. Apart from the songs, Anirudh's BGM is surprisingly weak, and the poor sound mixing makes things worse with excessive loudness and dialogues that are hard to follow at times. Odela completely fumbles the writing and execution, wasting a golden opportunity. It's a head scratcher how he followed Dasara up with this. Nani puts in the effort, but even he feels like a misfit in this poorly sketched world. A completely forgettable film and easily one of Nani's weakest. Rating: 1.75/5”
“The film revolves around the Savari community living in Hyderabad’s Paradise area without proper recognition or identity. Malik (Mohan Babu) rules the area with absolute authority and keeps the Savaris under control. Sammakka rises as one of the few rebellious voices from the …”
“Release Date : September 24, 2026 123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5 Starring : Nani, Mohan Babu, Kayadu Lohar, Raghav Juyal,Sampoornesh Babu, Sonali Kulkarni and Others Director : Srikanth Odela Producer : Sudhakar Cherukuri Music Director : Anirudh Ravichander Cinematographer : C…”
“Cast - Nani, Mohan Babu, Kayadu Lohar, Sonali Kulkarni, Raghav Juyal, Sampoornesh Babu, Easwari Rao, Tanikella Bharani, Raja Ravindra, Priya Darshi and Keerthy Suresh”
“Movie: The Paradise Rating: 2/5 Banner: SLV Cinemas Cast: Nani, Sonali Kulakarni, Mohan Babu M, Kayadu Lohar, Sampoornesh Babu, Raghav Juyal, and others Dialogues: Thota Srinivas Music Director: Anirudh Ravichander DOP: Ch. Sai Editor: Naveen Nooli Production Designer: Avinash…”
“Cast: Nani, Mohan Babu, Kayadu Lohar, Sonali Kulkarni, Raghav Juyal”
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Crew
Cast
Nani
Jadal Zamana
Kayadu Lohar
Subbu
Raghav Juyal
Vikram Maalik
Mohan Babu
Shikanja Maalik
Sonali Kulkarni
Sampoornesh Babu
Biriyani
Babu Mohan
Tanikella Bharani