Chiranjeevi Hails Ram Charan’s Career-Best Performance in Peddi
“Watching Peddi, we never saw Ram Charan on screen; we saw only Peddi. Calling him the ‘New Age Megastar’ filled me with immense pride. I am experiencing fatherly joy to the fullest. My heartfelt thanks to every audience member who made Peddi such a phenomenal success,” said Megastar Chiranjeevi at the grand Peddi Mega Blockbuster Event.
Adding an emotional touch to the celebrations, Ram Charan shared, “Peddi has changed my life. Until the film’s release, my daughter Klin Kaara used to call me ‘Nanna’. After watching the film, she started calling me ‘Peddi’. That beautiful memory alone makes this success even more special.”
Mega Power Star Ram Charan’s latest sensation Peddi, directed by Buchi Babu Sana and produced by Venkat Satish Kilaru under Vriddhi Cinemas, with Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings presenting the film, has emerged as one of the biggest blockbusters of the year. Released worldwide on June 4, the film received unanimous acclaim from audiences and critics alike, shattering box-office records and emerging as the highest-grossing South Indian film of 2026. The film continues its successful theatrical run with packed houses across territories.
To celebrate the film’s extraordinary success, the makers organized the Peddi Mega Blockbuster Event, attended by Megastar Chiranjeevi as the chief guest. The grand event witnessed distributors, exhibitors, and key members of the team being felicitated by Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan with commemorative shields.
Chiranjeevi: “Ram Charan Has Achieved Complete Maturity as an Actor”
Addressing the gathering, Chiranjeevi expressed his gratitude to fans for their unwavering support over the decades and praised the entire team for delivering a cinematic experience that resonated deeply with audiences.
He lauded director Buchi Babu Sana for choosing a powerful, emotional, and motivational story rooted in rural India and bringing it to life with authenticity and conviction. He also credited Sukumar for nurturing a filmmaker capable of presenting such a compelling vision.
Speaking about Ram Charan’s performance, Chiranjeevi said the actor excelled in every aspect—action, dance, emotion, intensity, and character immersion. He compared Peddi to Charan’s landmark performances in films like Magadheera, Rangasthalam, and RRR, stating that the actor had once again delivered a role that would be remembered for years.
“Throughout the film, we never saw Ram Charan; we saw only Peddi. He completely transformed himself into the character, making audiences laugh, cry, cheer, and connect emotionally. That is the mark of a complete actor,” he remarked.
The Megastar also spoke emotionally about Charan’s dedication, recalling the actor’s rigorous physical transformation and the injury he sustained during filming. “Seeing his commitment and perseverance fills me with pride as a father,” he said.
Referring to Ram Charan recently being described as the ‘New Age Megastar’, Chiranjeevi said the recognition brought him immense joy and reaffirmed the value of hard work and perseverance.
Ram Charan: “Peddi Gave Me a Memory for Life”
Ram Charan thanked audiences for embracing the film so wholeheartedly and described Peddi as a life-changing experience.
“Some successes make you happy, while some give you deep satisfaction. Peddi belongs to the latter category. It has given me a memory I will cherish forever,” he said.
The actor revealed how children and families connected with the film, particularly enjoying the popular song Massa Massa. He credited director Buchi Babu for creating a character that transcended age groups and resonated with audiences across demographics.
Sharing a personal anecdote, Charan said that his daughter Klin Kaara now calls him “Peddi” instead of “Nanna,” reflecting the cultural impact the film has had on audiences and within his own family.
He thanked director Buchi Babu, mentor Sukumar, producer Satish Kilaru, cinematographer R. Rathnavelu, music maestro A.R. Rahman, Janhvi Kapoor, Shruti Haasan, and the entire team for contributing to the film’s success. He also expressed gratitude to the governments of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for their support.
Sukumar: “Peddi Has Redefined Commercial Cinema”
Director Sukumar praised Buchi Babu Sana for handling a large-scale film with remarkable confidence and vision. He revealed that both he and Ram Charan were deeply impressed when they first heard the story.
According to Sukumar, Peddi has challenged conventional commercial cinema formulas by proving that emotionally driven storytelling can achieve massive box-office success. He also praised Ram Charan’s commitment, calling him “gold” and attributing the film’s success to his relentless hard work.
Buchi Babu Sana: “Ram Charan Elevated Peddi Beyond My Imagination”
Director Buchi Babu Sana became emotional while reflecting on his journey from writing fan letters to Chiranjeevi in his childhood to now celebrating a blockbuster in the Megastar’s presence.
He revealed that his goal was to create a character audiences would carry home in their hearts. According to him, Ram Charan exceeded every expectation and elevated the role far beyond what was written on paper.
“Peddi is a story about determination and resilience. Ram Charan’s performance made the character immortal,” he said.
Producer Satish Kilaru: “The Audience Carried Peddi to Glory”
Producer Venkat Satish Kilaru thanked audiences, distributors, exhibitors, and both Telugu state governments for their support. He noted that despite completing nearly three weeks in theatres, the film continues to draw strong crowds, particularly in single screens and B-C centres.
He credited Ram Charan’s faith in the project and the collective efforts of the entire team for transforming Peddi into a record-breaking blockbuster.
The event concluded with heartfelt gratitude from the cast and crew, all acknowledging that the overwhelming love from audiences has turned Peddi into a landmark cinematic success and one of the defining films of Ram Charan’s career.
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