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Kayadu Lohar has been officially confirmed as part of Nani’s upcoming film The Paradise. The announcement was made on her birthday, April 11, with a special
first-look poster shared by Nani. Known for her role in Dragon, Kayadu Lohar is currently working on a unique role in The Paradise. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the film been generating strong hype, especially after its first single Aaya Sher crossed 100 million views. The action thriller, a marks a reunion for Nani and Odela after Dasara.
Kayadu Lohar Joins Nani's The Paradise
To celebrate the occasion, the makers unveiled a special first-look poster featuring Kayadu Lohar. In the poster, she is seen dressed in a powder-blue skirt with floral lace detailing, paired with a contrasting white shirt adorned with blue embroidery. The visual shows her riding a bicycle while wearing an ascot-style cap, set against a rural backdrop. In the background, a group of villagers appears to observe her with curiosity, adding a layer of intrigue to the image. The birthday reveal not only confirmed her casting but also offered the first glimpse of her character in the film. Nani took to his social media to welcome her in the film. Kayadu Lohar was last seen in the Telugu film Funky, and the Malayalam film Pallichattambi.
The Paradise has been making headlines for several reasons even before its release. The film’s first single, Aaya Sher, has already crossed 100 million views, making it one of the biggest chartbusters of the year. Composed by Anirudh Ravichander and written by Kasarla Shyam, the song has gained massive traction for its energetic presentation and Nani’s dynamic performance, especially a viral hook step that has been widely recreated online.
Nani’s Fierce New Avatar
In The Paradise, Nani takes on one of his most intense roles to date. He is said to portray a character from a marginalized background who rises to become a powerful revolutionary leader. His look in the film has undergone a dramatic transformation, featuring braided hair, double nose piercings, and a bold bindi, reflecting a raw and rugged aesthetic. The film also features Bollywood actor and dancer Raghav Juyal, who makes his Telugu debut as the primary antagonist.
The makers of The Paradise are aiming for a wide international release, with the film set to hit theatres on August 21 in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, Bengali, English, and Spanish. In an interesting move, the team has reportedly reached out to Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds to present the film in global markets.
