Despite negative reactions from audiences, The Paradise has registered a sensational box-office opening. The Nani-starrer has collected around ₹88 crore gross worldwide on its first day, making it the biggest opener of the actor’s career.
The film benefited from tremendous pre-release buzz, strong bookings, and wide theatrical release across domestic and overseas markets. These factors helped it post massive numbers even as audience opinions remained divided after the first shows.
One of the biggest highlights of the opening day performance came from Telangana, where the film is said to have grossed nearly ₹30 crore. This is a huge number for a Nani film and reflects the strong anticipation surrounding the project. The aggressive release strategy, premiere shows, and ticket price hikes also contributed to the impressive collections.
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The overseas market has also delivered outstanding numbers. In the United States, The Paradise is now nearing the $2 million mark, setting a new benchmark for Nani's career. The actor has always enjoyed a strong following among overseas Telugu audiences, but this film has taken that popularity to another level.
Nani in The Paradise
What makes these numbers even more significant is that they have come despite the film receiving criticism for its storytelling and second-half execution. Usually, negative word of mouth affects collections immediately, but The Paradise overcame that challenge on day one thanks to its enormous hype and strong fan support.
The real test, however, begins now. While the opening has already created history for Nani, the film's long-term box-office journey will depend on how it performs over the weekend and in the coming days. For now, The Paradise has delivered a record-breaking start and given Nani the biggest opening of his career.
