Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor's 'Peddi' Nears ₹250 Crore Mark Amid Controversy
Peddi Box Office Collection Day 5: Does Ram Charan-Janhvi Kapoor's Film Pass First Monday Test Amid Backlash?

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'Peddi', starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, has grossed ₹248.92 crore globally in five days, with ₹169.70 crore net in India. Despite strong earnings, the film faces backlash over Janhvi Kapoor's portrayal, prompting an apology from the director.
- 01'Peddi' has grossed ₹248.92 crore worldwide after five days of release.
- 02The film earned ₹12.05 crore on its first Monday, contributing to a total of ₹201.92 crore gross in India.
- 03It is the 11th Telugu film to cross the ₹100 crore milestone on opening day, showcasing Ram Charan's box-office appeal.
- 04The film's success follows the underwhelming performance of Ram Charan's previous film, 'Game Changer'.
- 05Director Buchi Babu Sana apologized for the backlash regarding Janhvi Kapoor's portrayal and promised to address concerns.
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The Telugu film 'Peddi', featuring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, has achieved remarkable box office success, nearing the ₹250 crore mark worldwide within just five days of its release. The film collected ₹12.05 crore on its first Monday, bringing its total gross in India to ₹201.92 crore and net collections to ₹169.70 crore. Internationally, 'Peddi' earned ₹1.00 crore on Day 5, contributing to a total overseas gross of ₹47.00 crore. This film has become one of the biggest openers in Telugu cinema, marking a significant comeback for Ram Charan after the disappointing performance of 'Game Changer'. However, 'Peddi' has faced criticism for Janhvi Kapoor's hyper-sexualized portrayal, leading to a public backlash. In response, director Buchi Babu Sana issued an apology, emphasizing the importance of respectful representation of women in cinema and committing to making necessary changes to address the concerns raised by audiences. With a strong supporting cast including Vijay Sethupathi and Boman Irani, 'Peddi' continues to draw attention both for its box office performance and the discussions surrounding its content.
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The film's success contributes positively to the Telugu film industry's revenue and Ram Charan's reputation as a leading star.
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