The musical momentum for Ram Charan’s upcoming pan-India film Peddi has reached a fever pitch. The film’s first single, “Chikiri Chikiri”, has officially surged past 200 million views across all languages on YouTube.
Composed by Academy Award winner A.R. Rahman and featuring the soulful vocals of Mohit Chauhan, the track became an instant chartbuster upon its release in late 2025. It broke several records, including becoming the most-viewed Indian song in 24 hours with 46 million views, surpassing previous hits like Jawan’s “Zinda Banda” and Pushpa 2’s “Kissik.”
The “Peddi” Update: New Release Date
While the film was initially eyeing a March release to coincide with Ram Charan’s birthday, the makers officially announced a new date earlier this week:
- Official Release Date: April 30, 2026
- The Strategy: The shift to late April allows the film to capitalize on the May Day long weekend and the lucrative summer holiday season.
- Current Status: The team recently wrapped a major schedule in Delhi and is currently filming high-intensity action sequences in Hyderabad under stunt director Sham Kaushal.
The Star-Studded Lineup
Directed by Buchi Babu Sana (Uppena), Peddi is being mounted as a massive rural sports-action drama.
| Role | Artist |
| Lead Actor | Ram Charan (in a rugged, long-haired transformation) |
| Lead Actress | Janhvi Kapoor |
| Supporting Cast | Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyendu Sharma, Boman Irani |
| Music | A.R. Rahman |
| Cinematography | R. Rathnavelu |
Double Celebration for Ram Charan
The film’s success coincides with a major personal milestone. On January 31, 2026, Ram Charan and Upasana Konidela welcomed twins—a baby boy and a baby girl. The news was confirmed by Megastar Chiranjeevi, who described the arrival as a “divine blessing.” The twins join their elder sister, Klin Kaara, who was born in 2023.