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Hans India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Peddi Movie Filming Underway on Custom Village Set in Hyderabad
Production on Peddi, the upcoming pan-India feature led by Ram Charan, has progressed into a major schedule, with filming now underway on an extensive, specially constructed village set in Hyderabad. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, a National Film Award recipient, Peddi marks his return to direction after Uppena. The project is being developed under a large-scale production plan, with the director actively supervising the shoot. The latest schedule is expected to cover a substantial portion of the film's content, and nearly one-third of filming has already been completed. The movie is being produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru for Vriddhi Cinemas, with presentation support from Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. The cast includes Ram Charan alongside Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyendu Sharma. Ram Charan, who underwent a physical transformation for the role, recently posted an update from the set on his social media, featuring a behind-the-scenes photograph with co-star Divyendu and director Buchi Babu Sana. In his story, he wrote: 'Happy Hanuman Jayanthi. Smiles, discussions, and hard work in full swing for our action-packed schedule.' Production design for the large-scale village backdrop has been executed by Avinash Kolla's team. This phase of the shoot includes high-energy action sequences along with emotional drama portions. The technical crew brings together names such as composer A.R. Rahman, editor Navin Nooli, and cinematographer R. Rathnavelu, each acclaimed in their respective fields. The production team is aiming to create a high-impact visual and musical experience for audiences across regions. Peddi is scheduled for a theatrical release on March 27, 2026, aligning with Ram Charan's birthday. The film is expected to cater to audiences across linguistic markets.
India Today
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Ram Charan's Peddi shoot gains momentum, makers erect massive village set in Hyd
The shoot for 'Peddi', Ram Charan's highly anticipated pan-India film, is moving forward at a brisk pace. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Buchi Babu Sana of 'Uppena' fame, the makers have already completed 30 percent of its shoot. The latest schedule - underway in a massive village set constructed in Hyderabad - is set to cover a significant portion of the film, including key talkie scenes and a high-octane stunt production team, led by designer Avinash Kolla, has gone all out in creating a realistic rural setting that reflects the film's raw and earthy aesthetic. With the current schedule touted as one of the most important phases, the makers are investing significant effort in bringing Buchi Babu Sana's vision to life. A picture of Bucci Babu Sana, Ram Charan and Divyendu Sharma (from the left) from the sets of 'Peddi' Ram Charan, who was last seen in S Shankar's 'Game Changer', is undergoing a complete transformation for his role in 'Peddi'. The actor will be seen in a rugged rural avatar, sporting long hair, a thick beard, and even a nose ring. The film stars Janhvi Kapoor as the female lead and features an ensemble supporting cast that includes Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyendu 'Peddi' is being mounted on a massive scale under the banner of Vriddhi Cinemas by Venkata Satish Kilaru, and is presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. The technical crew includes R Rathnavelu handling cinematography, AR Rahman composing the music, and National Award-winning editor Navin Nooli on film is set for a theatrical release on March 27, 2026, coinciding with Ram Charan's birthday.
Hans India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Ram Charan's ‘Peddi' rolls into action with massive Hyderabad schedule
Global Star Ram Charan is back in action with PEDDI, a pan-India mega project that's already making waves with its powerful first glimpse. Directed by National Award-winner Buchi Babu Sana, the film is a high-stakes collaboration bringing together some of the finest talents in Indian cinema. With production houses Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings presenting the film and Venkata Satish Kilaru producing it under Vriddhi Cinemas, Peddi promises to be a game-changer. Currently, the team is deep into a crucial and extensive shooting schedule on a grand village set erected in Hyderabad. Designed by production designer Avinash Kolla, the set is the backdrop for an intense stunt sequence and key dialogue scenes. The schedule marks a pivotal phase, covering a large portion of the film, which has already completed 30% of its shoot. Ram Charan, sharing glimpses from the set on Hanuman Jayanthi, posted cheerful behind-the-scenes moments featuring co-star Divyendu Sharma and director Buchi Babu Sana, captioned, 'Smiles, discussions, and hard work in full swing.' Following his blockbuster debut Uppena, Buchi Babu Sana returns with a grand vision for Peddi. Ram Charan's rugged transformation—with long hair, a thick beard, and a nose ring—has already created a buzz. The star-studded cast includes Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyendu Sharma. The film boasts top-tier technical talent, including cinematographer R Rathnavelu, editor Navin Nooli, and Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman. Peddi is slated for a grand release on March 27, 2026—Ram Charan's birthday.
News18
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ram Charan Commences Crucial PEDDI Shoot In Village Set In Hyderabad
Global star Ram Charan is gearing up to light up the big screen with his forthcoming pan-India film, PEDDI. The film has already stirred excitement nationwide after the impressive response to its First Shot Glimpse. Directed by National Award-winning Buchi Babu Sana, this ambitious venture is a collaboration of top creative minds, poised to be a milestone in Indian cinema. Presented by leading production houses Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings, and produced on a grand scale by Venkata Satish Kilaru under his banner Vriddhi Cinemas, PEDDI has commenced its extensive and crucial schedule on a massive village set in Hyderabad. PEDDI features a raw and earthy aesthetic, with the production team investing significant effort to ensure an immersive cinematic experience. Production designer Avinash Kolla and his team have constructed an expansive village set, where a high-intensity stunt sequence and important dialogue scenes will be filmed. With 30% of the shoot already completed, this new schedule will cover a substantial portion of the film. Following the success of Uppena, director Buchi Babu Sana returns with greater ambition, meticulously overseeing every detail. Mounted on a grand scale and supported by a substantial budget, PEDDI is being crafted as an epic cinematic journey. Ram Charan has undergone an impressive transformation for the role, adopting a rugged rural look with long hair, a thick beard, and a nose ring. Janhvi Kapoor plays the lead role, with Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyendu Sharma rounding out the strong supporting cast. R. Rathnavelu is in charge of cinematography, while Academy Award-winning composer A.R. Rahman provides the music. Editing is by National Award-winning technician Navin Nooli, and production design is led by Avinash Kolla. The film stars Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyendu Sharma. It is written and directed by Buchi Babu Sana and presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings under the Vriddhi Cinemas banner. Produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru, the music is composed by the legendary A.R. Rahman. Cinematography is managed by R. Rathnavelu, editing by Navin Nooli, and production design by Avinash Kolla. V. Y. Praveen Kumar serves as the executive producer, with marketing managed by First Show. The film is set for a theatrical release on March 27, 2026, coinciding with Ram Charan's birthday.
News18
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ram Charan Promises Peddi Will Be 'Larger', More Emotional Than Rangasthalam
Last Updated: Helmed by Buchi Babu Sana, the film is touted to be a sports drama set against the backdrop of Srikakulam. Ram Charan has reached a new milestone in his career by becoming the first Indian celebrity to have a wax statue at Madame Tussauds in London alongside his pet dog, Rhyme. The unveiling ceremony saw the actor joined by his family, including wife Upasana and father, veteran star Chiranjeevi. Speaking at the event, Ram Charan also opened up about his much-anticipated film Peddi. He revealed that 30 per cent of the shoot has been completed and expressed excitement about the progress so far. 'The entire team is ecstatic with how the film is shaping up. Peddi will have a larger canvas and greater emotional depth than Rangasthalam. It will connect deeply with audiences. I'll resume shooting around mid-May," he told 123 Telugu. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi is a sports drama set in Srikakulam and stars Janhvi Kapoor, Divyendu Sharma, Jagapathi Babu, and Shiva Rajkumar in key roles. The film is slated for a theatrical release next year. The project also boasts an impressive technical crew, with music by AR Rahman, cinematography by R. Rathnavelu, editing by Navin Nooli, and production design by Avinash Kolla. On the actor's 40th birthday this year, the makers of Peddi unveiled his first-look posters, which set the internet on fire. The first poster shows Ram Charan with a beard, long hair, a nose ring, and a cigar. In the second poster, he is shown carrying an old cricket bat at a rural stadium lit by the poster, Buchi Babu Sana wrote in the caption, 'Happy Birthday, my Dear @AlwaysRamCharan Sir…In one word, you are Gold, Sir." Happy Birthday my Dear @AlwaysRamCharan Sir…In one word you are Gold Sir 🤍🤍🤍🤍Tqq for everything Sir 🙏🏼🙏🤗🤗🤗 — BuchiBabuSana (@BuchiBabuSana) March 27, 2025 Notably, Peddi marks Charan's second collaboration with the director after their 2018 hit Rangasthalam, in which Buchi Babu Sana worked as a screenwriter. It was a massive commercial and critical success and became one of the highest-grossing Telugu films. Charan was last seen in the political thriller Game Changer, opposite Kiara Advani. Directed by Shankar, the film failed to perform at the box office. First Published:
