Mohan Babu returns in style as ‘Shikanja Maalik’ in The Paradise

The Paradise, directed by Srikanth Odela, casts Mohan Babu as ‘Shikanja Maalik’, reviving his vintage aura alongside Nani’s ‘Jadal’, promising a global spectacle with Anirudh’s music.

Hyderabad: It is not often that a film manages to keep the audience excited with every single update. The Paradise, directed by Srikanth Odela, has done exactly that. Right from the announcement of Natural Star Nani’s rugged look as ‘Jadal’, the film has been in the spotlight. Now, the makers have raised the bar further by bringing legendary actor Mohan Babu in a powerful new role.

Mohan Babu will be seen as ‘Shikanja Maalik’, the main antagonist of the story. The role is designed to bring back the vintage energy of the star, who is loved across generations for his commanding presence and unforgettable dialogue delivery. Sources from the team reveal that the character immediately impressed the veteran actor, who was quick to say yes after hearing the narration. His look in the film reflects both strength and charisma, staying true to the trademark style that earned him the title of “Dialogue King.”

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Director Srikanth Odela seems to have struck a perfect balance by crafting a role that both respects Mohan Babu’s legacy and gives the audience something fresh to look forward to. With dialogues, mannerisms, and screen presence that are expected to ignite whistles in theatres, this performance is already being called one of the highlights of the film.

Produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri under SLV Cinemas, The Paradise features music by Anirudh Ravichander and is scheduled for release on March 26, 2026. Releasing in eight languages, including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, English, and Spanish, the film aims to take Indian cinema to the global audience with grandeur and style.