The buzz around Ram Charan’s Peddi has been impossible to ignore leading up to its June 4, 2026 release. But alongside the excitement, one rumour kept doing the rounds — that the film was originally conceived with Jr NTR in the lead role. Now, director Buchi Babu Sana has finally put that speculation to rest, and the truth is pretty straightforward.
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What Did Buchi Babu Sana Actually Say?
Speaking to Times Now, the director firmly clarified that the script he once narrated to Jr NTR was an entirely different story — completely unrelated to Peddi. He was clear: Peddi was written specifically with Ram Charan in mind, right from day one. There was no casting switch, no last-minute pivot — just a rumour that snowballed into something it never was.
It’s the kind of behind-the-scenes clarity that fans and film watchers genuinely appreciate. And honestly? Knowing Peddi was always Charan’s film makes it feel even more personal.
Peddi — Everything You Need to Know
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film Title | Peddi |
| Director | Buchi Babu Sana |
| Lead Actor | Ram Charan |
| Female Lead | Janhvi Kapoor |
| Supporting Cast | Shiva Rajkumar, Boman Irani, Jagapathi Babu, Divyenndu |
| Genre | Sports Action Drama |
| Release Date | June 4, 2026 |
| Runtime | ~3 hours 9 minutes (reported) |
The film follows a multi-sport prodigy from a village — gifted in cricket, wrestling, and running — as he fights personal battles and strives to carve out a legacy. It’s a story of self-discovery, rivalry, and heart, set against the vivid backdrop of rural India in the 1980s.
This is also Ram Charan’s most physically and emotionally demanding role to date. As Charan himself said during promotions — it’s the most difficult character he has ever played. Fellow cast member Shiva Rajkumar even went so far as to say he hopes Charan wins a National Award for this performance. That’s not just hype; that’s genuine admiration from someone who witnessed it firsthand.
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What’s Next for Ram Charan?
After Peddi, Ram Charan is expected to team up with director Sukumar for the tentatively titled RC17 — their second collaboration after the critically and commercially loved Rangasthalam, which remains one of the most celebrated Telugu films of the last decade.
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FAQs
Q: Was Jr NTR ever considered for the lead role in Peddi?
No — director Buchi Babu Sana clarified that the script narrated to Jr NTR was a completely different project, and Peddi was always written exclusively for Ram Charan.
