'The Paradise': Nani's new powerful look from the Srikanth Odela directorial sets goes viral - Watch pic

Nani and director Srikanth Odela have reunited for the upcoming action thriller 'The Paradise', which will be an intense action drama set in the gritty lanes of 1980s and 90s Hyderabad. The 'Hi Nanna' actor will be seen in a never-before-seen avatar, and a new picture of the actor has gone viral on social media.It is known that Nani will be seen in a rugged look, a leaked picture from the sets of 'The Paradise'. He is seen with long hair and an unusually thick beard. While fans were reminded of his raw appearance from Dasara, this new look feels more intense and powerful. The long, flowing hair and a heavy beard give off a strong, untamed vibe. From the leaked photo, it appears Nani has undergone a significant physical transformation to suit the character.The first official look of Nani from 'The Paradise' was released earlier and was seen with braided hair. He underwent a massive physical transformation, adopting a lean and muscled physique. He is also seen donning a tattoo, some unusual accessories such as a belt embossed with the word "hero", and jewellery like nose rings.Directed by Srikanth Odela, who made a striking debut with 'Dasara', 'The Paradise' is a gangster drama set against the backdrop of Hyderabad’s underworld from the 1980s and 90s. The film stars Kayadu Lohar as the female lead, along with veteran actor Mohan Babu, Raghav Juyal, and others in pivotal roles.Music for the film is composed by Anirudh Ravichander.The film is announced to be released worldwide on March 26, 2026.