Ram Charan Declares ‘Peddi’ Among His Top Two Films As It Crosses Rs 260 Crore Globally
Ram Charan has ranked ‘Peddi’, co-starring Janhvi Kapoor, among his top two films.
Telugu superstar Ram Charan is currently riding high on the massive success of his latest cinematic outing, ‘Peddi’. The sports action drama, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, is having a spectacular run at the box office, raking in a staggering Rs 261 crore worldwide. To celebrate the film's phenomenal box office run and overwhelming audience reception, the makers hosted a special thank-you meet in Hyderabad on Monday evening. It was during this event that the leading man made a massive declaration about the film’s special place in his heart.
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Addressing the people at the success meet, Ram Charan spoke candidly about the phenomenal response the movie has garnered in cinemas. The actor expressed his sheer delight over the audience's engagement, sharing, "I chose a calm theatre in our city, but the reaction from the audience for scenes has made my day."
He went on to add, "I am getting claps for certain scenes which I didn't expect." However, it was his concluding remark that truly captured headlines, as the superstar proudly stated, "In fact, this film will be placed first or second in my film library."
అనుకోని సీన్స్ కి కూడా చప్పట్లు కొడుతున్నారు. Peddi will be No. 1 or 2 in my library.
Ram Charan#Peddi Thank You Press Meet pic.twitter.com/kq0dxRegoV— idlebrain.com (@idlebraindotcom) June 8, 2026
This is a bold statement from the actor, given his illustrious career filled with landmark blockbusters and culturally significant cinema. Placing ‘Peddi’ at the absolute pinnacle of his filmography means ranking it alongside some of the biggest cinematic milestones in Indian history. Ram Charan’s impressive repertoire includes the global phenomenon ‘RRR’ and the groundbreaking ‘Magadheera’ – both helmed by director SS Rajamouli—as well as his widely acclaimed performance in Sukumar's rural masterpiece, ‘Rangasthalam’. By placing ‘Peddi’ in his top two, the actor has made it clear just how deeply he connected with this project and its execution.
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The massive grosser has clearly struck a chord with the masses. In ‘Peddi’, Ram Charan delivers a powerhouse performance as a formidable and highly sought-after cricketer hailing from the Vizianagaram region. His character is so dominant on the pitch that his mere presence is seen as a guarantee of victory.
However, the emotional core of the narrative is deeply rooted in his background. ‘Peddi’ belongs to an impoverished and neglected village of 1,500 residents who are entirely deprived of basic rights, infrastructure, and facilities. For him, the sport of cricket transitions from a mere game into a vital avenue to secure recognition, dignity, and a better future for both himself and his marginalized community.
To bring this vision to life, director Buchi Babu Sana assembled a stellar ensemble cast. Sharing the screen with Ram Charan are prominent actors including Janhvi Kapoor, Jagapathi Babu, Shivarajkumar, Boman Irani, and Divyenndu.
While the film is now enjoying a smooth and lucrative run, it did make some early adjustments. Following its initial release, the makers faced some criticism regarding the portrayal of Janhvi Kapoor's character. In a prompt response to the feedback, director Buchi Babu Sana issued a public statement and officially removed the controversial scenes from the theatrical cut to respect the audience's sentiments.
Ultimately, ‘Peddi’ has emerged as a defining moment in Ram Charan's career. With the sports drama firmly holding its ground at the box office and the superstar personally ranking it as one of his top two greatest achievements, the film has cemented its legacy as a crowning jewel in his cinematic journey.
