Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ continues to remain a talking point after its theatrical release on September 24. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the action drama arrived with high expectations but has received mixed reactions from audiences and critics. Nani has now addressed the response to the film, saying he has followed the reactions closely and also accepted the criticism aimed at certain aspects of the movie. His comments come as discussions around the film’s reception continue online.‘The Paradise’ ratings disabled on booking site after releaseAmid the mixed response, the ratings and reviews section for ‘The Paradise’ has been disabled on a major booking site. The film’s page currently carries the message, “Rating & Review Disabled”, without providing any explanation for the decision. This is not the first time a film has faced a similar situation on the platform. Earlier, ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ also had its ratings and reviews section disabled after its release. Other films, including ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh,’ ‘O’Romeo,’ and ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu,’ have reportedly faced a similar development.Nani reacts to ‘The Paradise’ reviews and criticismSpeaking about the response, Nani said he has taken note of both the appreciation and criticism coming from viewers. “I have seen all your reactions and responses. I’ve received all your love and equally enjoyed your hilarious trolls. I’m heartwarmed by the way audience have owned the film, and also learnt from the flaws that critics and reviewers have pointed out,” he wrote on X. The actor’s statement comes at a time when the film’s reviews have become a major part of the conversation surrounding its theatrical run.Nani says ‘The Paradise’ was made with ‘blood and sweat’Nani also emphasised the effort behind the project and said viewers were free to celebrate or judge the film. “Thank you for everything is all I can say. We have made #TheParadise with a lot of blood and sweat to give you a unique experience, and it’s all yours to celebrate or judge. With the excitement you had for the film and the affection you showed on me, I am filled with gratitude ♥️,” he added. ‘The Paradise’ opened with around Rs 34 crore in India, but its second-day collection reportedly dropped to around Rs 17 crore. The film stars Nani alongside Thomas Mathew and other actors, with Srikanth Odela directing the project and Anirudh Ravichander handling the music.
