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Nani Faces Setbacks as Three Promising Projects Slip Away

Delays in Nani’s 'The Paradise' have caused him to lose three major projects, including collaborations with directors Shouryuv, Cibi Chakravarthi, and T.J. Gnanavel, marking a challenging phase for…

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Dumtika Editorial

April 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Nani Faces Setbacks as Three Promising Projects Slip Away

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Natural Star Nani is currently grappling with significant delays surrounding his upcoming film, The Paradise, directed by Srikanth Odela. Known for his swift shooting schedules and back-to-back releases, Nani’s last film, HIT 3, hit theaters in May last year. However, the prolonged production of The Paradise has created a ripple effect, impacting multiple future projects.

Among the affected ventures is Sujeeth’s Bloody Romeo, which remains on hold as the team awaits Nani’s availability. Additionally, Nani's planned reunion with director Shouryuv, famous for Hi Nanna, was stalled due to these delays. Shouryuv subsequently took the project to Vijay Deverakonda, with the film recently launched. Similarly, director Cibi Chakravarthi, after waiting for Nani, shifted focus to his next film, leaving that collaboration uncertain.

Moreover, T.J. Gnanavel, who penned a script post his Jai Bhim success and initially approached Nani, recently handed it over to actor Suriya following the extended wait. These developments mark a notable shift for Nani, who has swiftly delivered consecutive hits but now faces a challenging phase with stalled commitments.

As The Paradise progresses, fans and industry watchers are eager to see how Nani navigates these setbacks and what projects he will prioritize next in his career.