Peddi Makes Powerful Box Office Debut with ₹22 Crore in Preview Shows

Ram Charan’s much-anticipated sports drama Peddi has kicked off its theatrical journey on a strong note, registering impressive preview collections across India ahead of its official release. The film is estimated to have earned around ₹22 crore from paid preview screenings, indicating massive audience interest and setting the stage for a potentially record-breaking opening weekend.

Trade reports suggest that the Telugu states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana accounted for the majority of the collections, contributing nearly ₹19 crore. The film also witnessed encouraging turnout in Karnataka and other key markets, reflecting the widespread anticipation surrounding the project.

Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi marks one of the biggest releases of the year in Telugu cinema. The film features Ram Charan in the lead role alongside Janhvi Kapoor and has generated significant buzz through its promotional campaign, music and trailer. Strong advance bookings in several cities had already hinted at a promising start, and the preview numbers appear to have reinforced those expectations.

The film has also received a positive response in overseas territories, particularly in North America, where Telugu films continue to enjoy a growing fan base. Industry observers believe international collections could further strengthen the film’s opening-weekend performance.

Exhibitors and distributors are optimistic that the momentum generated by the preview screenings will translate into strong occupancy rates during the first few days of release. Early audience reactions have highlighted Ram Charan’s performance as one of the film’s major strengths, contributing to favourable word-of-mouth.

The robust opening comes as a boost for the Telugu film industry, which has been looking for a major box-office success. If the positive response continues and weekend collections remain strong, Peddi could emerge as one of the highest-grossing Telugu releases of the year, delivering a significant win for its makers and distributors.