Nani's much-awaited action thriller '

HIT: The Third Case

' is all set for a grand theatrical release on May 1, 2025. The film has completed its censorship process. The film, written and directed by Sailesh Kolanu, marks the third installment in the popular

HIT Universe

.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) granted the film an 'A' certificate, as the film includes intense and violent sequences. The official runtime clocks in at 2 hours and 37 minutes.

About the film

The story follows Arjun Sarkaar as he leads a high-priority investigation for the HIT squad, starting in Visakhapatnam and moving to Jammu and Kashmir, where a series of gruesome murders by serial killers sets the stage for a tense and suspenseful chase. The trailer hints at a relentless pursuit, with Arjun determined to bring justice, even as he faces personal and professional challenges.

The supporting cast includes Srinidhi Shetty, Adil Pala, Rao Ramesh, Brahmaji, and Maganti Srinath, all playing key roles in the unfolding drama.
The film's music is composed by Mickey J. Meyer, with Sanu John Varghese handling cinematography and Karthika Srinivas in charge of editing.
'HIT: The Third Case' will released in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi on May 1, 2025.
After its theatrical release, the film will be streaming online on Netflix.

Upcoming projects

Looking ahead, Nani has a busy slate. His next major project is 'The Paradise', an action-packed collaboration with director Srikanth Odela, following the success of their previous film 'Dasara'. This film is expected to be Nani's most intense and expensive project yet, with a powerful story and high production values. Additionally, Nani is set to work with director Sujeeth of 'Saaho' fame once Sujeeth completes his current commitments.
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