Hyderabad — June 5, 2026. Ram Charan has delivered a thunderous start with his latest outing Peddi, which grossed a reported ₹135.36 crore worldwide on its opening day — one of the strongest starts in recent Telugu cinema history and the actor's biggest solo opener to date. The sports action drama, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, released in theatres on June 4, 2026 across multiple languages and formats.
The film, which also stars Janhvi Kapoor, got a head start with paid premieres on June 3 that fed into the Day 1 tally.
Box office breakdown (early reports)
- Worldwide gross (Day 1): ₹135.36 crore (per the makers and trade trackers)
- India gross: about ₹82.49 crore, with the Telugu states leading the charge
- Overseas gross: roughly ₹30 crore from the US, UK, Canada, Australia and the Gulf
- Day 1 India net: around ₹51 crore across ~12,412 shows
The opening reportedly makes Peddi Ram Charan's biggest solo start, surpassing Game Changer. It is also among a small club of Telugu films to cross the ₹135-crore worldwide mark on day one.
A note on the overseas picture: while the worldwide opening is enormous, the US/North America market carries a steep break-even, so overseas profitability will depend on the weekend holds — we break that down in our Peddi US box-office analysis.
Story and cast
Set in 1980s rural Andhra Pradesh, Peddi follows the inspiring journey of a hardworking villager from a migrant community who masters cricket, wrestling and sprinting to secure a vital railway station for his people and fight systemic oppression — a blend of sports drama, action and emotional storytelling about pride, identity and community resilience.
Alongside Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, the ensemble includes Shiva Rajkumar (as mentor Gournaidu), Jagapathi Babu, Divyenndu and Boman Irani, among others. Music is by A.R. Rahman and cinematography by R. Rathnavelu. The film was made on a reported budget of around ₹250 crore.
Reactions: praise from Chiranjeevi and fans
Megastar Chiranjeevi reportedly praised his son's performance as a career-best and a proud moment for Telugu cinema, also lauding A.R. Rahman's score and the technical team. Audiences have highlighted Ram Charan's intense physical transformation and screen presence, with Rahman's music and background score widely celebrated as major highlights.
Critical reception: a mixed but mass-friendly verdict
The film drew strong appreciation for its technical craft, Ram Charan's performance and R. Rathnavelu's grand visuals. Some viewers, however, flagged the lengthy runtime (around 189 minutes) and a relatively weaker romance track. Critics broadly described it as an "engaging mass entertainer" powered by its lead and music, with mixed feedback on the screenplay.
What's next
With positive word-of-mouth building, Peddi is expected to hold strong over the weekend. Trade analysts will watch its Hindi and other dubbed versions for pan-India reach, and its overseas legs for profitability.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much did Peddi earn on Day 1?
A reported ₹135.36 crore worldwide gross, including about ₹82.49 crore from India and roughly ₹30 crore overseas (per the makers and trade trackers).
Who stars in Peddi and who directed it?
Ram Charan headlines, with Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyenndu and Boman Irani. It's directed by Buchi Babu Sana, with music by A.R. Rahman.
Is Peddi a hit at the box office?
It has the biggest solo opening of Ram Charan's career, but overseas (especially US) profitability depends on its weekend holds given a reported ~₹250 crore budget.
What is Peddi about?
A 1980s rural Andhra Pradesh sports drama about a villager who masters cricket, wrestling and sprinting to fight for his community's future and pride.
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Box-office figures are early estimates from the makers and trade trackers and are not officially audited.
