Mohan Babu, famous for his powerful villain roles is back to playing negative characters. In his career of more than 500 films he gave many memorable performances as a villain before turning into a lead actor with several hits.
In recent years, Mohan Babu appeared on screen only occasionally, but now he is making a strong comeback. He will be seen in a key negative role in Nani’s upcoming film The Paradise, directed by Srikanth Odela.
The makers have released his first look, showing him shirtless, sitting on a chair with bloodstained hands. He plays a fierce character named Shikanja Maalik.
The Paradise is the second collaboration of Nani and Srikanth Odela after Dasara. Produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri, the film is set in Secunderabad.
Nani plays Jedalu a rugged man with braided hair and a tattoo on his hand. The film releases on March 26th 2026.
The Dark Lord of cinema rises again
Bringing back The Legendary @themohanbabu Garu as ‘SHIKANJA MAALIK’ in #TheParadise to reclaim the peak villainism ❤️
In CINEMAS , @NameisNani @odela_srikanth @TheParadiseOffl @SLVCinemasOffl @TheRaghav_Juyal pic.twitter.com/0TqAnvNBsf
— Nani Fans Army (@NaniFansArmy) September 27, 2025
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