Actor and dancer Raghav Juyal has been garnering attention lately for his big-screen stints. Now with ‘The Paradise’, the actor marks his first film in Telugu cinema, playing the main villain. Just two days after the film’s release, Raghav took to Instagram on September 26, 2026, to share heartfelt note dedicated to his co-star, Telugu superstar Nani, calling him Raghav’s safe space and expressing his gratitude.
Reflecting on their close bond behind the scenes of the action-drama, Raghav highlighted how Nani became an anchor for him: “There are very few people in life who become your safe place without even knowing it. For me, Nani dada is one of those people.”
Expressing his immense admiration for the Natural Star, the Kill actor shared how hard it was to put his respect into words: “I’ve tried many times to put into words what you means to me, and honestly, I still don’t think words will ever be enough.
I genuinely love you and admire you so much— not just as an actor or an artist, but as a human being.”
Reflecting on the uncertainty in the entertainment industry and how Nani has helped him navigate through professional crossroads, Raghav shared, “In this industry, where things can sometimes feel uncertain and noisy, there have been moments when I’ve felt completely lost. And somehow, whenever I’ve been at one of those crossroads, you’ve always been there, Nani Dada.”
Further Raghav added emotionally, “Dada, you’ve sat me down and spoke to me for hours. About cinema, about my career, about life, and sometimes about nothing in particular. You’ve heard me and understood me. You’ve never made me feel small for being confused or emotional. And somehow, after talking to you every time, the weight on my heart feels a little lighter.”
Reflecting on, Nani’s advice and the kind of person he is, Raghav revealed, “For the way you’ve always made space for me, listened to me, and just been there. Some people give you advice, but very few people make you feel understood and give you perspective. Nani dada, you gave me both.
You helped me understand what kind of films I want to be a part of, what choices are worth making, and more importantly, what kind of person I want to remain while making them.”
Admiring Nani as a person and as an artist, Raghav said, “I admire your craft, your mind, your honesty, your kindness, and, more than anything, the person you are when nobody is watching. But beyond all of that, I’m just incredibly grateful that life gave me someone like you during a time when I needed that kind of person. Nani dada, I hope you know how much you mean to me.”
Lastly, he expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank you for picking up the phone. Thank you for listening. Thank you for talking to me for hours when I’m lost. Thank you for reminding me who I am when the noise around me gets too loud. Some people mentor your career. Some people quietly hold your heart together. You have done both for me. I love you, Nani dada. More than I probably ever say.”
The Paradise, directed by Srikanth Odela, officially hit theatres on September 24, 2026.
