Ram Charan and AR Rahman Shine at 'Peddi' Music Launch in Bhopal

The music launch of 'Peddi' in Bhopal saw South star Ram Charan and composer AR Rahman in attendance, along with Janhvi Kapoor. Ram Charan humorously described famous cricketers, leading to a mix-up with Jasprit Bumrah, for which he later apologized on social media. He expressed his admiration for Bumrah and declared 'Peddi' as his best film yet, set to release on June 4, 2026. The event showcased the film's dedication and hard work, leaving fans eager for its release.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 24, 2026, 02:12 IST

Star-Studded Music Launch Event

Renowned South Indian actor Ram Charan and the iconic composer AR Rahman graced the grand music launch of Peddi, which took place at Dussehra Maidan in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, on Saturday. The event also saw the presence of Janhvi Kapoor and other cast members from the sports drama. During an engaging session, Ram Charan was prompted to describe notable cricketers in just a few words. He referred to Sachin Tendulkar as having a "Long legendary run," while he described MS Dhoni as "calm and cool." For Rohit Sharma, he remarked, "He's everybody's man," and simply labeled Virat Kohli as "Fire." When it came to Jasprit Bumrah, he expressed his admiration, calling himself his biggest fan. However, in a humorous slip, he mistakenly mentioned his love for football in relation to Bumrah, which quickly became a trending topic on social media.

Ram Charan's Apology to Jasprit Bumrah

Ram Charan Apologises To Jasprit Bumrah

Shortly after the event, Ram Charan took to social media to clarify his earlier comments. He expressed, "Uff… I’m genuinely so forgetful with names sometimes. Apologies to @Jaspritbumrah93 Ji for the mix-up - it was a genuine human error amidst all the excitement and the crowd." He emphasized his respect for Bumrah and noted that he is a significant fan of his cricketing skills, stating that Bumrah has made every Indian proud by consistently challenging batsmen.

Ram Charan Declares 'Peddi' His Best Film

Ram Charan Calls Peddi His BEST Film

Throughout the event, Ram Charan made a commendable effort to communicate in Hindi, despite facing challenges. He shared his thoughts on his upcoming film, stating, "Mere film ke library jitna bhi films ho, magar Peddi no 1 film hoga. So thank you, humara mehnat aur humara dil bhi mehsoon kijiye is film ke dauraan (No matter how many films are in my library, Peddi will be my number one film. So thank you, and please appreciate the hard work and passion we have invested in this film).

Directed by Buchi Babu Sana and produced by Vriddhi Cinemas, Mythri Movie Makers, and IVY Entertainment, Peddi is scheduled for theatrical release on June 4, 2026. The film features actors Shiva Rajkumar, Divyendu Sharma, and Jagapathi Babu. With music composed by AR Rahman and cinematography by R Rathnavelu, the recently unveiled trailer offers fans a sneak peek into the film's captivating narrative, showcasing transformations as a cricketer, wrestler, and runner in this grand sports drama.

Are you excited for Peddi?