Nani’s gripping crime thriller “HIT: The Third Case” has reaffirmed his status as Tollywood’s digital superstar, racing to the number one spot on Netflix India just days after release. Directed by Sailesh Kolanu and produced under Nani’s Wall Poster Cinema banner, the film debuted on the platform in late May 2025 and quickly overtook robust competition—most notably surpassing Suriya’s “Retro”—to claim the chart’s top ranking.
The movie’s success on Netflix is remarkable not just domestically, but internationally: “HIT 3” clinched the top position in seven countries, including India, and is holding a place in the Top 10 chart across 23 countries. In terms of viewership, it has already crossed the 150 million streaming minutes mark, with audiences praising its intense story, strong performances, and standout production values. Starring Srinidhi Shetty in her Telugu debut as the female lead—alongside a supporting cast featuring Rao Ramesh and Komalee Prasad—“HIT 3” has proven to be a must-watch, standalone thriller with cross-regional appeal.
Netflix’s investment in the movie was substantial, reportedly paying ₹54 crore for the digital rights—a bet that’s paid off handsomely with the film dominating viewership metrics. The third entry in the popular “HIT” franchise, the movie follows Nani as a determined cop investigating a series of complex murders, with a performance that’s been lauded as one of the best of his career.
Despite the Hindi version’s slower uptake compared to regional language streams, “HIT 3”’s momentum remains strong, signaling a rare achievement for a Telugu-language film primarily made for a Southern audience. With the franchise’s future in development—including Nani’s ambitions to build an “Avengers-style” grand finale—it’s clear this streaming victory marks just the beginning for the HIT universe.