Director Buchi Babu Sana has officially revealed the final duration for the highly anticipated sports action drama Peddi. As the film enters its final promotional phase, the director confirmed that the movie will be a lengthy cinematic experience.
The Final Runtime and Structure
- Total Duration: The final locked runtime of the film is 3 hours and 2 minutes.
- Climax Highlight: Buchi Babu Sana specially noted that the final 15 minutes of the film will be a major highlight for the audience.
- Narrative Flow: Despite its length, the screenplay is described as fast-paced. The first half is already locked, while the second half features intense emotional drama designed to keep viewers immersed.
The Team and Production
- Starring Roles: The film features Global Star Ram Charan in a rugged athlete role alongside Janhvi Kapoor.
- Ensemble Cast: Key roles are played by Shiva Rajkumar, Divyendu Sharma, Jagapathi Babu, and Boman Irani. Shruti Haasan is also set to make a cameo appearance in a special song sequence.
- Creative Leaders: The film is written and directed by Buchi Babu Sana and produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under the Vriddhi Cinemas banner, with Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings presenting.
- Technical Crew: The music and background score are by AR Rahman, cinematography by R. Rathnavelu, and editing by Naveen Nooli.
Setting and Story
The film is an emotional period drama set against a massive Vizianagaram backdrop in the 1980s. It revolves around a rural cricket tournament and includes other sports elements like wrestling. Ram Charan reportedly learned the local dialect and underwent a physical transformation to play an athlete.
Release and Promotional Dates
- Trailer Launch: A grand event to launch the theatrical trailer is scheduled for May 18, 2026, in Mumbai.
- Musical Event: A separate musical celebration is planned for Bhopal, with an item song scheduled for release on May 23rd.
- World Premiere: The movie will have its premiere shows on June 3, 2026.
- Official Release: Peddi will hit theaters worldwide on June 4, 2026, available in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.