Ram Charan's 'Peddi' Dominates South Indian Box Office

Ram Charan's latest film 'Peddi' has taken the South Indian box office by storm, nearing the Rs 400 crore mark within just 11 days of its release. Despite mixed reviews, the film's success is attributed to its engaging storyline and star-studded cast, including Janhvi Kapoor and Jagapathi Babu. Controversies surrounding the portrayal of the female lead led to edits in the film, but this did not hinder its performance. With a strong second-week showing, 'Peddi' has solidified its position as the highest-grossing film in South India for 2026. Read on to learn more about its journey and impact on the industry.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 15, 2026, 18:10 IST

Ram Charan Emerges as Box Office King

Ram Charan has established himself as a leading figure in the South Indian film industry with his latest release, 'Peddi'. Despite receiving a mix of reviews from critics, the film has achieved remarkable success at the box office. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, 'Peddi' features Janhvi Kapoor and Jagapathi Babu in significant roles. Recent updates from the film's production team indicate that 'Peddi' is on the verge of surpassing the Rs 400 crore milestone globally, making it the top-grossing film in South India for 2026.

Box Office Triumph of 'Peddi'

Peddi Rules Box Office

The team behind 'Peddi' celebrated its success on Instagram, sharing a poster that highlighted the film's impressive earnings of Rs 393 crore within just 11 days. The film continues to perform well in its second week, and it is anticipated to cross the Rs 400 crore mark shortly. Ram Charan has earned the title of 'Box Office Pehelwan' as 'Peddi' stands out as the highest-grossing film in South India. Although the film experienced a dip in earnings during weekdays, it rebounded strongly over the second weekend.

Controversies Surrounding 'Peddi'

About Peddi

'Peddi' has faced scrutiny due to the portrayal of its female lead, Janhvi Kapoor, which sparked backlash from audiences. In response to the criticism, the filmmakers decided to edit out the contentious scenes. Director Buchi Babu Sana publicly apologized for the portrayal, acknowledging the feedback. At a recent success event, Jagapathi Babu expressed gratitude towards the critics, suggesting that their comments helped generate buzz around the film, ultimately drawing more viewers to theaters.

The cast of 'Peddi' also includes notable actors such as Shiva Rajkumar, Divyenndu, Boman Irani, and Ravi Kishan. The film is produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under Vriddhi Cinemas, in partnership with Mythri Movie Makers, Sukumar Writings, and IVY Entertainment, with Ishan Saksena as co-producer. The music for 'Peddi' is composed by AR Rahman, and the cinematography is handled by R Rathnavelu, with editing by V Y Praveen Kumar. Released on June 4, 'Peddi' is available in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada, and has outperformed Varun Dhawan’s 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai' at the box office.