Nani helps his 'HIT 3' co-star Srinidhi Shetty to take revenge on Adivi Sesh
At the grand success meet of '
HIT 3
', Nani not only celebrated the film's box office run but also added a fun twist by playfully resolving a viral moment involving
and
. During the pre-release event, Adivi Sesh had teased Srinidhi by pretending to offer a handshake and then quickly pulling his hand away, leaving her surprised.
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That lighthearted moment was widely shared on social media and amused fans across the internet.
Nani playfully settles the unfinished handshake
Fast forward to the success celebration, Nani brought both Adivi Sesh and Srinidhi Shetty on stage and insisted they shake hands properly this time. With a smile, he ensured Adivi completed the handshake that he once playfully dodged, much to the delight of the audience.
Fans called it a 'cute moment,' and once again, the video of their interaction is going viral, winning hearts on social media.
'HIT 3' emerges as a box office winner
'HIT: The Third Case', starring and produced by Nani, has turned out to be a commercial success despite receiving mixed reviews. The film reportedly entered the ₹100 crore club and has achieved full recovery across territories. Trade sources confirm that all involved have made profits, making it a satisfying outing for Nani.
The team held the blockbuster success meet on Friday to celebrate the achievement with fans and the media.
Nani teases a shift to comedy in his next film
Nani also took the opportunity to announce his upcoming projects. Having just delivered a violent thriller with Sailesh Kolanu, he revealed that his next film would be in the comedy genre. He's preparing to start shooting for 'Paradise' and is expected to launch a project with director Sujeeth afterward.
There's also speculation that he might produce a small film again. Meanwhile, '
HIT 4
' is likely to star
in the lead role.
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