Peddi is a 2026 Telugu-language sports action-drama film released in theatres on 4 June 2026, marking a high-stakes comeback for Ram Charan following mixed responses to his previous outings.
Overview of Peddi
The film is directed by Buchi Babu Sana, best known for his acclaimed debut, Uppena. It marks his first collaboration with Ram Charan. It stars Ram Charan in the title role, alongside Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyenndu, and Boman Irani in key supporting roles. The film is produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under Vriddhi Cinemas, co-produced by Ishan Saksena under IVY Entertainment, and presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. Cinematography is by R. Rathnavelu, editing by Naveen Nooli, and the music is composed by A. R. Rahman.
The film moves away from a single-sport template, weaving together cricket, wrestling, and athletics into one story built around the concept of a “crossover athlete” and reunites Ram Charan with a big pan-India technical crew after the disappointment of Game Changer.
Production
The film began development under the working title RC16 in March 2024, with its official title revealed in March 2025. Principal photography commenced in Mysuru on 22 November 2024, with further filming across Hyderabad and Colombo. Ram Charan underwent an extensive physical transformation for the role, particularly for the wrestling sequences, which became one of the most talked-about aspects of the production.
Key Details
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Director |
Buchi Babu Sana |
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Starring |
Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyenndu, Boman Irani |
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Music |
A. R. Rahman |
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Release Date |
4 June 2026 |
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Language |
Telugu |
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Running Time |
189 minutes |
Main Scenes
The search for Peddi
The film opens with Boman Irani’s character searching for the elusive Peddi and piecing together his story through the accounts of others in the village.
The cricket introduction
Peddi is introduced as a hired village cricketer, smashing sixes on a dusty rural ground, accompanied by the energetic “Rai Rai Raa” song.
The discovery of “non-existence”
In the film’s most acclaimed pre-interval sequence, the villagers realize they have no official government records; they legally do not exist.
“Aata Maarindi” — the interval block
The first half closes on an emotional high, with a pivotal line signaling that “the game has changed,” pivoting the story toward wrestling.
The wrestling training montage
Set to “Massa Massa,” Peddi undergoes an intense physical transformation, exploring the “crossover athlete” concept.
The wrestling competition
A crowd-pleasing sequence praised for its choreography and for capturing Peddi’s physicality with lion-like intensity.
The hospital scene
Following a major setback, an emotionally raw hospital scene showcases what many critics called Ram Charan’s finest acting in the film.
The athletics climax
The story shifts to a third sport for its finale, culminating in a large-scale, emotional climax tying Peddi’s journey to his village’s fight for dignity.
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