Raghav Juyal’s Vikram Maalik avatar revealed in ‘The Paradise’

The makers of “The Paradise” have unveiled a special glimpse introducing Bollywood actor Raghav Juyal’s character, Vikram Maalik. Starring Nani in the lead, the highly anticipated period drama has been progressing quietly, with the team now ramping up promotions following the postponement of its originally planned August 2026 release.

Making his Telugu debut with the film, Raghav Juyal appears in a striking new avatar. The character glimpse begins with veteran actor Tanikella Bharani’s voiceover, welcoming Vikram Maalik in his trademark Hyderabad slang, instantly setting the tone for the character’s arrival.

Sporting heavy gold jewelry and an imposing screen presence, Raghav makes a strong first impression as Vikram Maalik. The glimpse hints at a powerful and influential figure who is likely to play a key role in the film’s narrative.

Directed by Srikanth Odela and produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri, The Paradise stars Nani as Jadal, while Kayadu Lohar plays the female lead. Although the film’s release has been pushed from its earlier date, the makers are expected to bring it to theaters before the end of 2026.

Raghav Juyal earned widespread acclaim for his performance in the action thriller “Kill” (2024) and further expanded his popularity with the Netflix series “The Ba**ds of Bollywood” (2025). His entry into Telugu cinema with “The Paradise” has added another layer of curiosity around the project.