BENGALURU, INDIA — Following a highly successful theatrical run that dominated the summer box office, mega-power star Ram Charan’s sports action drama Peddi is officially heading to streaming. Netflix India has confirmed it acquired the highly anticipated digital rights and will premiere the movie on July 9, 2026.
The film will debut in four major South Indian languages—Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam—with a Hindi dubbed version scheduled to drop shortly after.
A Massive Box Office Triumph
Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi originally hit theaters on June 4, 2026.Despite triggering intense debates and mixed critical reviews regarding its complex character arcs, the movie struck a powerful chord with audiences.
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, the film emerged as one of the year’s undisputed commercial giants, minting a staggering ₹338.98 crore at the global box office, backed by a massive domestic gross of ₹286 crore.
Storyline and Powerhouse Ensemble
Peddi chronicles the high-stakes evolution of a talented cricketer who initially plays purely for financial gain.His path takes a dramatic turn upon meeting a determined villager fighting for civic recognition. Under the guidance of his wrestling mentor, the young athlete transforms into a selfless champion fighting for a cause larger than himself.
The film serves as Janhvi Kapoor’s second major Telugu outing following Devara. The elite pan-Indian supporting cast features powerhouse performances by:
- Shiva Rajkumar
- Jagapathi Babu
- Divyenndu
- Boman Irani
- Ravi Kishan
Adding immense depth to the rural sports drama is a sweeping musical score composed by Oscar-winner A.R. Rahman.
Chiranjeevi Applauds Ram Charan’s Transformation
The film’s hype has been further amplified by veteran megastar Chiranjeevi, who recently expressed deep pride in his son’s relentless physical commitment to the role. Recalling the grueling shoot schedule, Chiranjeevi revealed that Ram Charan would wake up at 4:00 AM to undergo rigorous athletic training before spending long hours on set, sustaining himself on strict dietary regimens to authentically portray the title character.
Netflix announced the premiere with the striking tagline: “Aata marocchu kaani, monagadu mathram maradu”(The game might change, but the champion remains the same), setting the stage for one of the biggest digital releases of the quarter.
