Hyderabad: Actor Ram Charan has described his role in the upcoming film Peddi as the most challenging character of his career, saying the project has been a transformative experience both professionally and personally.
The film, which has generated significant buzz through its promotional campaigns and recently released trailer, stars Ram Charan alongside Janhvi Kapoor and Jagapathi Babu in key roles. The trailer showcases Ram Charan in three distinct athlete avatars — a cricketer, a runner and a wrestler — highlighting the physical and emotional demands of the role.
Actor reflects on the significance of the character
Speaking about his experience, Ram Charan said he felt privileged to portray a character representing a section of society whose stories often go unheard.
According to the actor, the role carries social relevance and aims to give recognition and a voice to communities that deserve greater visibility. He said portraying such a character in a diverse country like India was both meaningful and rewarding.
Ram Charan added that he felt fortunate to have encountered a role with such depth and purpose, making the project particularly special in his film career.
Most demanding role to date
The actor revealed that Peddi pushed him beyond his comfort zone and required him to undergo extensive preparation to bring authenticity to the character.
Describing it as the toughest role he has played so far, Ram Charan said the process of immersing himself in the character was both demanding and fascinating. He noted that the film challenged him to refine his skills and helped him grow significantly as a performer.
He further stated that the experience enhanced his confidence as an actor and left him feeling satisfied not only with his professional growth but also with his personal development during the journey.
Story inspired by sporting perseverance
In Peddi, Ram Charan plays a crossover athlete whose journey reflects the experiences of several real-life sporting personalities who explored multiple disciplines before finding success in their chosen field.
The film aims to combine elements of sports, drama and personal struggle, portraying determination, resilience and self-discovery through its central character.
Grand musical event boosts anticipation
The film’s musical celebration, held in Bhopal on May 23, brought together the cast and crew for a major promotional event.
The gathering was attended by Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor, Ravi Kishan, Shiva Rajkumar, Divyendu Sharma, Jagapathi Babu, director Buchi Babu Sana and music maestro A. R. Rahman.
The event further heightened excitement among fans ahead of the film’s global release.
Strong technical and production team
Peddi is produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under Vriddhi Cinemas in association with Mythri Movie Makers, Sukumar Writings and IVY Entertainment, with Ishan Saksena serving as co-producer.
The film features music by A. R. Rahman, cinematography by R. Rathnavelu, production design by Avinash Kolla and editing by Navin Nooli.
Peddi is scheduled to premiere worldwide on June 3, 2026, ahead of its theatrical release on June 4, 2026. With Ram Charan calling it the most demanding role of his career, expectations remain high for the sports drama among audiences across India and overseas.