Ram Charan's 'Peddi' Dominates Theatres as Bodyguard Kevin Kunta Goes Viral

Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor's 'Peddi' Takes The Spotlight

In the latest sports drama, Peddi, starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, the Telugu superstar portrays a cross-athlete. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, the film showcases Ram Charan's new batting style, which exudes confidence and flair. His impressive moves have inspired his bodyguard, Kevin Kunta, to create a viral reel on Instagram. In the video, Kevin mimics Ram Charan's unique batting technique, and his post, featuring captions in Telugu and Hindi, quickly gained traction online.

Kevin Kunta's Viral Recreation

In his Instagram video, Kevin showcases his cricket skills, emulating Ram Charan's character from Peddi. He dedicated the clip to fans who have supported the film and celebrated its box office success in India.

Who is Kevin Kunta?

Kevin Kunta gained recognition as he accompanied Ram Charan to various public appearances. Originally from Gambia, this 27-year-old was a professional MMA fighter before becoming Ram Charan's bodyguard. Known by his official name, Abdou Kadirr Sowe, he was born in 1998 and is affectionately called 'Mama Lamin of Barra'. Reports suggest that Kevin earns between Rs 2 to 4 lakh daily while working with Ram Charan. His popularity surged after he intervened to protect Janhvi Kapoor during a promotional event for Peddi in Vijayawada, where a fan breached security to meet Ram Charan, startling Janhvi in the process.

Kevin Kunta's Heroic Act

In light of the ongoing discussions regarding Janhvi's safety, director Buchi Babu Sana announced plans to remove certain controversial scenes from the film. He expressed that the intention was never to offend any female character, stating, "If any part of the film has been perceived that way, we respect those sentiments and sincerely apologize. After reviewing the feedback, we have decided to make changes to the concerned portions. Every woman deserves to be respected, valued, and represented with dignity. We remain committed to telling stories that celebrate strong characters and uphold those values."

Overview of 'Peddi'

Peddi, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, features a talented cast including Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyenndu, and Boman Irani. The film is inspired by the true story of a cross-athlete from a village in Andhra Pradesh.