In a thunderous display of star power, Ram Charan’s latest film ‘Peddi’ has bulldozed its way into the record books, amassing a staggering worldwide gross collection of over Rs. 100 crore on its opening day. The film’s explosive debut not only reaffirms the actor’s immense box office draw but also secures ‘Peddi’ a place as the ninth biggest opening-day earner in the history of Telugu cinema, setting the stage for a potentially historic theatrical run.
According to early estimates from trade analysts, ‘Peddi’ grossed in the range of Rs. 105 crore to Rs. 110 crore worldwide on day one, a figure that places it firmly among the elite tier of Tollywood openings. The film accomplished this feat despite releasing on a non-festival weekday, a testament to the massive anticipation that had been building around the project. The numbers are particularly remarkable when broken down regionally, with the domestic Telugu-speaking states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana contributing a colossal share of over Rs. 70 crore in gross collections alone.
The film, which marks a significant departure in genre and characterization for Ram Charan, saw an unprecedented advance booking rush that hinted at the eventual box office tsunami. Tickets across major multiplex chains and single screens were sold out days in advance, forcing exhibitors to add extra shows in the early morning hours to accommodate the overwhelming demand. In Hyderabad’s RTC X Roads area, a traditional stronghold for mass films, the euphoria reached fever pitch with fans thronging theaters as early as 4 AM, dancing to drum beats and bursting firecrackers in celebration.
With this opening-day haul, ‘Peddi’ has etched its name alongside some of the biggest blockbusters in Telugu cinema. It now ranks as the ninth highest first-day grosser, joining an elite list dominated by films like ‘RRR,’ ‘Baahubali 2,’ ‘Salaar,’ and ‘Pushpa 2.’ Notably, the record was achieved without the inflated ticket pricing that often accompanies major event films, making the numbers, in the words of one leading trade analyst, ‘pure and organic.’ The analyst added, ‘Ram Charan’s pull in the mass centers is undeniable. The single-screen numbers for ‘Peddi’ are simply phenomenal and have exceeded all pre-release projections by a significant margin.’
The overseas markets also delivered robust numbers, with the United States premieres alone raking in close to $1.5 million. Strong performances in Australia, the UK, and the Middle East further bolstered the global tally. Directed by a celebrated filmmaker and featuring top-tier technical values, ‘Peddi’ has received a wave of positive word-of-mouth for its gripping narrative and Ram Charan’s transformative performance. With the opening weekend ahead and no major competition in sight, the film is now poised to challenge several more records. The industry is already buzzing with speculation that ‘Peddi’ could be on track to enter the exclusive Rs. 250 crore club within its first week, a trajectory that would firmly cement its status as one of the landmark films of the year.
