Director Buchi Babu Sana

Peddi, the much-anticipated rural sports drama headlined by Ram Charan, hit theaters yesterday to immense fanfare. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, the film marks a major cinematic event, with the actor portraying an intense wrestler and cricketer fighting for his village’s honour.

Following its high-profile release, the production team officially shared the film’s day 1 box-office figures. The movie made a massive statement by grossing Rs. 135.36 crore worldwide on its opening day, comfortably crossing the Rs. 100 crore mark globally.

This opening is particularly impressive for a midweek release, highlighting Ram Charan’s immense star power and crowd-pulling ability. Theaters are currently reporting packed houses and exceptional ticket sales, signaling strong momentum as the weekend approaches.

Ram Charan is supported by a stellar ensemble cast that includes Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Boman Irani, Divyenndu, and Janhvi Kapoor. The film’s soundtrack is composed by AR Rahman, and it is produced under the banner of Vriddhi Cinemas.