Hyderabad: Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor-starrer Peddi continues its remarkable run at the global box office, emerging as one of the biggest commercial successes of the year. Despite facing criticism and controversy over certain scenes and character portrayals, the sports drama has maintained strong momentum across domestic and international markets.
Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, the pan-Indian entertainer has grossed Rs 292.5 crore worldwide within just four days of release, placing it on the verge of entering the coveted Rs 300 crore club. The film’s impressive performance highlights the strong audience response and the enduring star power of its lead cast.
Industry observers note that the controversy surrounding the film has had little impact on its commercial prospects, with theatres continuing to report strong footfalls across multiple regions.
Blockbuster opening weekend worldwide
The makers of Peddi announced that the film collected Rs 292.5 crore globally during its first four days in theatres.
The milestone marks one of the strongest opening weekends for an Indian film this year and reinforces Ram Charan’s position as one of the country’s biggest box-office draws.
The film has performed strongly in Telugu-speaking markets while also attracting audiences in other regions due to its pan-India release strategy.
With momentum continuing into the weekdays, trade analysts expect the film to cross the Rs 300 crore worldwide mark shortly.
The strong opening has provided a significant boost to the film industry and further strengthened confidence in large-scale theatrical releases.
Strong domestic collections continue
The film has also maintained a solid performance at the Indian box office.
According to industry tracking platforms, Peddi continued screening across more than 2,200 shows nationwide on its fifth day in theatres. Early estimates suggested that the film added over Rs 1 crore in live collections during the day.
Its cumulative India gross collection has reportedly reached approximately Rs 188.39 crore, while the India net collection stands at around Rs 158.31 crore.
Final collection figures for the day are expected to be higher once all regional data is consolidated.
The sustained audience interest indicates that the film is likely to continue its successful theatrical run over the coming weeks.
Story rooted in rural Andhra Pradesh
Set in rural Andhra Pradesh during the 1980s, Peddi combines sports drama with themes of social justice and community development.
The story centres on Peddi, portrayed by Ram Charan, a talented cricketer who earns a living by representing local teams. His life takes a dramatic turn when he decides to continue the mission of a respected village elder who spent years fighting for recognition and development of their community.
At the heart of the narrative is Kondakinda Ooru, a remote village that remains absent from official government records. The lack of recognition deprives residents of access to essential services and infrastructure.
Determined to secure a better future for the village, Peddi embarks on a challenging journey that tests his resilience both on and off the cricket field.
The film blends emotional storytelling, sports action and social themes, creating a narrative that has resonated strongly with audiences.
Star-studded cast boosts appeal
Apart from Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, the film features an ensemble cast that includes Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyenndu and Boman Irani in key roles.
The performances, combined with Buchi Babu Sana’s direction and large-scale production values, have been widely credited for the film’s commercial success.
Ram Charan’s portrayal of the determined athlete and social reformer has particularly received praise from fans, while the film’s cricket sequences have emerged as major crowd-pullers.
The movie’s music and visual presentation have also contributed to its popularity across different audience segments.
Controversy surrounds Janhvi Kapoor’s character
Despite its strong box-office performance, Peddi has not been free from controversy.
A section of viewers and critics raised concerns regarding the portrayal of Janhvi Kapoor’s character, Achiyamma, as well as certain romantic sequences featured in the film.
The debate gained traction on social media platforms, with some users questioning aspects of consent and the depiction of relationships in specific scenes.
As criticism intensified, director Buchi Babu Sana issued a public response addressing the concerns.
The filmmaker stated that the intention was never to offend audiences and announced that certain scenes would be edited or removed following a review of public feedback.
The decision was welcomed by several viewers and helped ease some of the criticism directed at the film.
Controversy fails to dent commercial success
Interestingly, the backlash has had little effect on the film’s box-office trajectory.
Strong word-of-mouth publicity, positive audience reactions and Ram Charan’s popularity have continued to drive ticket sales despite ongoing online discussions surrounding the film.
The movie’s ability to maintain momentum amid controversy demonstrates the strength of its appeal and the connection it has established with audiences.
Trade experts believe the film could continue performing strongly in the coming days, particularly if family audiences and repeat viewers continue to support it.
Conclusion
Peddi has emerged as a major box-office phenomenon, collecting Rs 292.5 crore worldwide within four days and moving rapidly towards the Rs 300 crore milestone. Despite facing criticism over certain scenes, the film’s commercial performance remains robust, driven by strong audience support, an engaging storyline and Ram Charan’s star power. With collections continuing to grow, Peddi is firmly positioned among the biggest hits of the year.