Natural Star Nani is stepping into a very intense role with The Paradise, his movie with director Srikanth Odela.
The film promises a tough and exciting movie experience, but Nani says the story is all about feelings, especially the bond between a mother and son.
He said, "There is a lot of action in The Paradise that I have never done before.
But every fight has a strong reason and starts with an emotional moment.Srikanth likes both commercial movies and deep emotions.He is a very theatre person.He designs every scene to make sure the audience enjoys it in the theatre.He only approves a scene when he is fully happy with it."
The Paradise is set in a fictional world around the Sawari tribe.
Nani explained, "The Paradise is set in a place where the fictional tribe called Sawari is not recognized.Even when they die, they don't have an identity.They don't exist in the law.Their fight is to gain recognition."
At the center of this world is Nani's character, Jadal, whose look and behavior are different from the characters he usually plays.
Nani said his hairstyle is not just for looks."The Jadal character is not just trying a new look.There's a real reason behind it.The character didn't grow up in normal society.He has extreme madness from the start.With a little shock and wonder, you will watch him and feel that he is very different."
The physical changes came with their own problems.
"The main issue was the Jadal look.Sometimes we shot for 36 hours straight.Working with the Jadal hair was very hard.Rope shots were even more difficult.The fight experts felt sorry for us.The makeup takes about an hour and a half in the morning, and taking it off takes about 20 minutes."
Nani also worked hard on his dance moves.
"I haven't done many songs with dance before.But according to Srikanth, I am a good dancer.I tried my best for him.After Aaya Sher and Yesha Nagula, Srikanth's belief in me was proved.I also liked doing the dances."
Music is another big part of The Paradise.
Nani believes Anirudh Ravichander has created something special for the film."I feel this will be the best music from Anirudh.The Paradise has given him a chance to show his best.Anirudh has a strong control over sound, while Srikanth has a strong grip on our folk songs.You will see their craziness in the theatres."
The film's emotional base, however, is the relationship between a mother and son.
"The film starts with a mother's emotion and ends with it.The mother's emotion takes you back home.That emotion will leave a lasting feeling.This is a film for family audiences.The mother-son emotion is very real.Because there is a lot of violence, it may be hard for very young children to watch.But this is a proper drama and an emotional film.Everything you expect from a commercial movie is in it."
Nani also talked about Mohan Babu, who plays a very brutal character.
"Srikanth suggested his name.He has never done something this brutal before.Mohan Babu was very excited.There are some scenes in this story where you see what he does and how much pain he causes.Raghav is known for his dance and good comedy timing.He will be in a completely different role in this film.Kayaadhu Lohar has an interesting and surprising role.Sonali is very professional.The effort she put in is incredible.She never complained and worked extra hours in tough conditions.She is the best choice for the character."
Nani also revealed that the film's third single will be released tomorrow.