Ram Charan is back with a bang with his much-anticipated pan-India film Peddi, and the first glimpse has already created a stir.
The Hindi glimpse of the film was unveiled recently, and it has already made waves. The teaser, with its powerful voiceover, engaging visuals, and the signature cricket shot, has left the fans, particularly in the Telugu land, amazed, as it went viral within no time. Now, the buzz is being carried across India, thanks to the latest Hindi version.
A Raw and Grounded First Look of Peddi
The first look of Peddi shows a raw and grounded first look, and the mass appeal that's characteristic of Charan films is on full display. The action is intense, and the visuals establish the tone for what appears to be an action-packed story. One of the highlights that have wowed Hindi-speaking audiences is Charan's own dubbing for his Hindi lines, which has received rave reviews. The unique accent in the Hindi version lends it a different flavour, with fans and even YouTubers taking to social media to register their appreciation.
The teaser's power-packed visuals and Charan's performance are creating an impression, and it's clear that people are interested in this new avatar of the actor. Hindi belt audiences, who might not have been as familiar with Charan's earlier films, are now viewing him in a different light. The freshness of the glimpse's direction to his performance is eliciting good reactions, with many eager to view more.
The "Global Star" Controversy: Is Ram Charan Truly Ready?
However, not everyone is fully convinced of Charan's "Global Star" status. A few Hindi YouTubers have taken objection to the title, pointing out that Charan's previous film, Game Changer, did not perform as well as expected at the box office. These critics argue that for Charan to be called a "Global Star," he needs to produce blockbuster hits consistently over a long period of time, on par with the careers of stars such as Shah Rukh Khan. In their opinion, only after he has proven his sustained success not just in India but abroad as well would he deserve to be called so.
Despite the argument going on, the overall reaction to the Peddi teaser has been quite positive. People are curious to see what Charan is offering with this movie, irrespective of the divided opinions regarding his "Global Star" title.
Can Peddi Be the Breakthrough That Ram Charan Needs in the Hindi Belt?
Most exciting of all is the prospect that Peddi may just be Ram Charan's big launch into the Hindi belt. With its pan-India appeal, comparisons with Pushpa, the film that turned Allu Arjun into a massive star in the North, are already being drawn. If Peddi lives up to the assurances shown in the teaser, it can easily follow in the footsteps of Pushpa, gaining momentum in the Hindi belt and cementing Charan's status as a true pan-India star.
There is a palpable excitement about Peddi, and the entire film can make waves as Pushpa had made. If it resonates with the Hindi audience in the same way, then Charan's journey to becoming a household name across the whole nation can be powerfully initiated.
About Peddi: The Story of the Film and Release Date
Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, who is best known for his direction in Uppena, Peddi stars Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor in the lead roles. The movie is already one of the most highly awaited Telugu films of the year. On the festive occasion of Ram Navami, the film's makers released a short, 1-minute teaser titled Peddi First Shot, which was out in different languages, including Hindi. Along with the teaser, the movie's release date was announced: Peddi will hit theatres on March 27, 2026.
The sneak peek offers a glimpse into Ram Charan's character, unveiling him as a cricketer who takes foot on a dusty field amidst the deafening sound of the crowd. He smokes a beedi and says a poignant line: "Edaina ee nela mida unnapude seseyala," which means "I must do what I want to while I am alive." The teaser does not give away anything of the story, but it ends with Charan hitting a cracking cricket stroke that will be a signature shot of the film.
With the release date of the movie finalized and the excitement building up, Peddi is already shaping up to be one of the most exciting films of 2026. People are waiting with bated breath to know what's next for Ram Charan's character and how this film could shape his career in the future.
