Ram Charan’s Peddi Scores Big at Box Office, Faces Crucial Weekday Test

Ram Charan’s sports drama Peddi has set the box office ablaze, storming past the ₹200 crore mark in its opening weekend and injecting much-needed energy into the Telugu film industry. The film, directed by Buchi Babu and produced by Vriddhi Cinemas, marks a robust comeback for Tollywood after a period of lull at the cinemas.

The audience turnout has been nothing short of phenomenal, with fans thronging theatres in the Telugu states despite a ticket price hike and a controversy surrounding heroine Janhvi Kapoor’s portrayal. The director has already offered an apology regarding the issue, but the social media buzz around Peddi has only fueled curiosity and ticket sales. As reported, Peddi was "unstoppable over the weekend after a grand opening" and became the first choice for moviegoers in the region.

While Peddi’s collections have been stellar in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, its performance outside the Telugu states has remained modest. The movie’s weekday business is now under scrutiny, as sustaining the momentum beyond the initial weekend will be crucial for recovering its hefty theatrical investment. "The true test begins as the film enters its first weekday," as per sources, with Monday’s collections expected to reveal the film’s staying power.

All eyes are now on Peddi’s weekday run—fans and industry insiders alike are eager to see if this Ram Charan starrer can maintain its box office dominance and deliver a long-lasting blockbuster.