The latest Telugu sports drama Peddi directed by Buchi Babu Sana has made a strong impact at the box office since its release on June 4. Backed by music from A.R. Rahman, the film has emerged as one of the biggest successes of the year and has already crossed Rs. 315 crore worldwide within its first 5 days in theatres.
With these numbers, the movie has become South India’s highest grossing film of 2026 so far. The strong start has placed it among the biggest box office performers of the year and highlighted the growing reach of Telugu cinema across different markets.
A major factor behind the film’s success has been the response to Ram Charan’s performance. Many viewers and industry observers have described his role in the sports drama as one of the finest performances of his career. His portrayal of the central character has received praise from audiences across regions and has contributed significantly to the film’s popularity.
The film also features Janhvi Kapoor and Shiva Rajkumar in important roles. Their performances, along with the supporting cast, have been positively received by audiences. The combination of a sports based story, emotional moments, and strong performances has helped the movie attract viewers from different age groups.
Another important factor has been the film’s performance across regional markets. The movie has recorded strong collections in several territories and has broken multiple box office records within a short period. Positive word of mouth from family audiences has further supported its theatrical run.
The film has also shown encouraging trends in the Hindi market, where audience response has remained steady. This wider acceptance has helped expand its reach beyond its core Telugu speaking audience and contributed to its growing box office total.
Absolute dominance at the box office 🔥🔥#Peddi enters its 2nd successful week 💥💥#PEDDI Now In Cinemas 💥https://t.co/EMhY3eMGKq pic.twitter.com/WvsjRcOLMp
— PEDDI (@PeddiMovieOffl) June 12, 2026
Advance booking trends for the second week suggest that the film could continue its successful run. Strong ticket sales indicate that audience interest remains high even after the impressive opening week. If this momentum continues, the movie could move closer to the Rs. 400 crore worldwide mark in the coming days.
Made on a reported budget of Rs. 350 crore, the sports drama is now being closely watched by the trade as it continues its box office journey. With strong collections, positive audience feedback, and steady demand across markets, the film remains one of the biggest success stories of 2026 so far.