Nani has carved a unique identity for himself in Tollywood and is currently on a winning streak. With consecutive successes like Dasara, Hi Nanna, and Saripodhaa Sanivaaram, he has expanded his market.
What makes this even more impressive is that he has achieved this growth without the backing of star directors. Nani’s strategy of collaborating with talented new-age filmmakers has played a key role in his success.
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Even though Nani claims he doesn’t believe in the tier system, every actor aspires to be considered in the top-tier league of stars, which is completely right.
Nani seems to be eyeing the Tier-1 league, where a star consistently delivers films that gross a minimum of 300 crores worldwide. The big question is whether Nani can reach that level with his upcoming projects.
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The teaser of The Paradise has already created high expectations, showcasing his intense transformation into a raw, powerful character. At the same time, HIT 3 is shaping up to be a high-voltage action thriller. The performance of these two films at the box office will determine Nani’s career trends.
So far, he has mainly appealed to class and family audiences, but with Dasara, he tried to gain mass appeal. Now, with The Paradise and HIT 3, he appears to be increasing the action quota for pan-India reach.
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Industry reports suggest that The Paradise is the highest-budget film of Nani’s career, while HIT 3 is expected to be the most intense installment in the franchise. If both films manage to shake the box office, Nani could be promoted to the Tier-1 league.
Honestly, this won’t be easy. His films have mostly struggled to cross the 100-crore mark. To enter the big league, he first needs to hit 200 crores and then push towards 300 crores. His films also need to perform well in other languages, especially Hindi.
However, it must be appreciated that Nani isn’t complacent and not taking things for granted—he is working hard to increase his appeal and is pushing his limits to expand reach. He has made his intentions clear: if not Tier-1 or Tier-2, he wants to create his own tier.
