📌 Key Points
- ‘Peddi’ collected ₹40.66 crore on day 1, dipping to ₹26.90 crore on day 2.
- Total India net collection reached ₹119.21 crore by day 3.
- Film faces significant backlash for Janhvi Kapoor’s character objectification.
- Director Buchi Babu Sana announced changes to the film in response to feedback.
Ram Charan’s sports drama ‘Peddi’ has crossed ₹119 crore at the box office, but its run is marred by controversy. Despite a strong opening, the film saw a dip in collections amid widespread criticism over the alleged objectification of female lead Janhvi Kapoor.
Box Office Performance: A Closer Look
Peddi box office collection day 3: The film has drawn backlash over objectification of the female lead, played by Janhvi Kapoor.
Controversy: Objectification Backlash
Peddi collected ₹ 20 crore in advance bookings on the first day, selling over 82 lakh tickets. The film was released in theatres on Thursday across 3000 screens. It collected ₹ 40.66 crore net in India on its first day. Second day’s haul stood at ₹ 26.90 crore. This brings the total India gross collections to ₹ 141.41 crore and the total India net to ₹ 119.21 crore so far.
Directed and written by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi is produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under Vriddhi Cinemas, co-produced by Ishan Saksena under IVY Entertainment and presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. It also stars Shiva Rajkumar and Jagapathi Babu in key roles.
Director’s Response & Promised Changes
On Saturday, Buchi Babu Sana issued a statement on X, announcing that changes will be made to the film running in cinemas. “As a filmmaker, I believe cinema should entertain, inspire, and connect with audiences. It should never make anyone feel uncomfortable or disrespected. We have heard the feedback regarding certain scenes in Peddi and have taken it seriously. I have always had immense respect for women, both on and off screen, and it was never our intention to objectify or disrespect any female character. If any part of the film has been perceived that way, we respect those sentiments, understand the concerns being raised, and sincerely apologise,” read the statement.
He went on to add, “After reviewing the feedback, we have decided to make changes to the concerned portions. Cinema grows through its connection with audiences, and as storytellers, we have a responsibility to be mindful of evolving perspectives and sensitivities.”
As ‘Peddi’ navigates both box office success and public outcry, the director’s swift action to address concerns highlights the growing demand for responsible filmmaking in entertainment, leaving audiences to see how these changes impact its reception.
