Actress Janhvi Kapoor has won high praise from director Buchi Babu Sana for her deep dedication and hard work on the sets of their upcoming Telugu sports drama, Peddi (formerly referred to as RC16).
Going Beyond Acting:
- Stepping Into Crew Roles: Director Buchi Babu Sana revealed that Janhvi Kapoor did not just act in the movie; she also actively helped the crew behind the scenes. During filming, she stepped into the roles of an Assistant Director (AD) and a Costume Designer.
- Managing Extras: On days when the production had to shoot large crowd scenes, Janhvi volunteered to help manage and direct the background actors (extras) to ensure the scenes looked perfect.
- Styling the Cast: Additionally, she used her fashion knowledge to help style the outfits for other actors on the set, demonstrating her versatile talent and teamwork.
Director’s High Praise: Buchi Babu Sana expressed his admiration for her work ethic, stating that despite being a major star, Janhvi showed zero ego. He mentioned that her dedication reminded him of her late mother, the legendary actress Sridevi, who was also known for her thorough professionalism.
About the Film (Peddi):
- The Lead Star: The highly anticipated film features mega power star Ram Charan in the main lead role.
- The Cast: Alongside Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, the movie features strong performances from Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyendu Sharma, and Boman Irani.
- The Creative Team: The film is produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under the Vriddhi Cinemas banner, with a musical score composed by Oscar winner A.R. Rahman.
- Release Schedule: The official trailer for Peddi is set to release tomorrow, May 18, 2026, ahead of the movie’s grand theatrical release on June 4, 2026.
