Srikanth Odela Brings the Vintage Mohan Babu Back to the Big Screens with The Paradise

The Paradise is one of the most anticipated and talked about Indian films, with every update increasing the excitement for the film. The film has garnered massive attention already, with the look of Natural Star Nani as ‘Jadal’ creating a sensation. Director Srikanth Odela is meticulously crafting every aspect of the film, and every step he has taken till date has turned out to be a masterstroke. Today, the makers have announced that veteran star Mohan Babu will be playing ‘SHIKANJA MAALIK’ – the antagonist of The Paradise, heightening the hype around the film.

Director Srikanth Odela brings the legendary Mohan Babu back to the screen after a long time, casting him as a formidable antagonist. Designed to revive the vintage Mohan Babu aura, the character instantly impressed the veteran star, who embraced the role with enthusiasm. The legendary actor turned into a fan of director Srikanth after listening to the role written for him. His striking look in The Paradise perfectly complements his larger-than-life presence while staying true to his iconic charisma.

Crafted with intensity, power, and style, the character promises dialogues and mannerisms that showcase Mohan Babu’s trademark punch fitting to his title of ‘Dialogue King’. This performance is set to be one of the most talked-about aspects of the film, giving fans a never-before-seen avatar and reaffirming his legendary screen legacy.

Produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri under SLV Cinemas and featuring music by Anirudh Ravichander, The Paradise continues to raise expectations for one of India’s most anticipated cinematic experiences. The film will release on March 26, 2026, in eight languages – Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, English, and Spanish – promising a pan-world spectacle that will celebrate Indian cinema on a global stage.