Peddi Movie Review: The global box office is bracing for a seismic shift as Global Star Ram Charan returns to the silver screen today with Peddi, an ambitious sports-drama directed by Buchi Babu Sana. Released in theaters worldwide on Thursday, June 4, 2026, the film is riding on an astronomical wave of pre-release hype. Featuring an ensemble cast including Janhvi Kapoor, Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Boman Irani, and Divyenndu, Peddi is actively eyeing a staggering ₹100 crore opening day gross worldwide.
The stakes could not be higher for Ram Charan. Peddi marks his third theatrical outing following the historic global success of SS Rajamouli’s RRR. With his previous high-budget actioner Game Changer (mounted on a reported ₹400 crore budget) concluding its lifecycle at a modest ₹187 crore worldwide gross, the trade ecosystem is heavily banking on Peddi to turn the tide. Initial projection models indicate that the film needs to breach the ₹500 crore gross milestone globally to achieve break-even status, a feat that would make it only the second film in Charan’s career to cross this benchmark.
Ticket Booking Frenzy Shatters Platforms
The public anticipation for the film has translated into historic digital ticket sales. According to data released by the film’s official social media handles, Peddi breached the 1 million ticket sales mark across ticketing portals BookMyShow and District by 8:00 PM on Wednesday, June 3.
The momentum has only intensified on release morning. Exhibitors reported an unprecedented rush as the film sold over 22,540 tickets within a single golden hour between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM on Thursday morning alone. This hyper-velocity in booking trends strongly supports predictions from leading box office analysts that a monumental opening day is locked in.
LIVE UPDATES: Critics and Trade Analysts Drop First Reviews
Taran Adarsh Rates It “POWERFUL” (⭐⭐⭐½)
Renowned trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to X to share his official take, handing the sports drama a strong 3.5-star rating. While he pointed out a bloated runtime, he lauded the directorial execution of the sports sequences.
Taran Adarsh’s Official Verdict:
“#OneWordReview… #Peddi: POWERFUL. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐½. A sports drama with its share of highs and lows… Its biggest strength is Ram Charan‘s memorable performance + several terrific moments… Screenplay could’ve been tighter and the runtime shorter. After making an impressive directorial debut with Uppena, director Buchi Babu Sana returns with an unconventional, content-driven film… The cricket matches in the first half, the kushti training sessions, and the penultimate race sequence are exceptionally executed.”
Sumit Kadel Forecasts ₹100 Crore+ Global Launch
Taking to X, prominent trade expert Sumit Kadel expressed massive confidence in the film’s international pre-sales momentum, confirming that the initial tracking metrics point to an unmissable box office storm. “Going by the current trend, the film’s Day 1 business, including premiere shows, is expected to comfortably cross the ₹100 crore mark worldwide. A super-strong opening is loading,” Kadel noted.
Fukkard Applauds AR Rahman’s Soulful Score
Popular review handle Fukkard dropped a glowing review focusing on the emotional depth of the film and its musical grandiosity:
- The Lead: “Ram Charan delivers a stellar, career-defining performance that is sure to earn awards for him.”
- The Audio: “A.R. Rahman’s music is among his finest work in the last decade, elevating every moment with soul and grandeur.”
- The Support: “Jagapathi Babu and Shiva Rajkumar deliver brilliant performances, adding immense depth and intensity.”
Venky Reviews Pins Verdict at 2.75/5
Offering a more measured commercial perspective, Venky Reviews highlighted that while the story template feels familiar in portions, the emotional high points deliver completely.
| Film Segment | Narrative Evaluation | Key Highlights |
| First Half | Average pacing with routine commercial elements | Stylized introduction blocks |
| Pre-Interval to ‘Massa Massa’ | Excellent execution | The undisputed peak highlight of the film |
| Second Half & Climax | Minor pacing issues and editing lag | Neatly wrapped up, emotionally satisfying finale |
“Ram Charan is terrific and clearly carries the film. His transformation and effort are evident throughout. ARR’s music works well… Can be watched with expectations in check for Ram Charan’s performance,” the review concluded.
Upasana Cheering Inside Hyderabad Theater Wins Hearts
The premiere night belonged to family celebrations as Ram Charan’s wife, Upasana, attended a special late-night screening of Peddi in Hyderabad alongside her father. Videos capturing Upasana standing up, whistling, and cheering loudly with fans inside the cinema hall have gone viral on Instagram and X. Fans have been showering praise on the couple’s bond, noting how Upasana has consistently stood as a pillar of support throughout every single milestone of the actor’s global cinematic journey.
Stay tuned to this page as we bring you more audience reactions, public reviews, and official box office collection updates from early matinee and evening shows across the globe!