Hyderabad, June 3: The highly anticipated rural sports drama film ‘Peddi’ has revealed that lead actor Ram Charan underwent three to four months of intensive wrestling training. This training was conducted under the guidance of the same coach who trained Aamir Khan for the film ‘Dangal.’
During a media interaction, director Buchi Babu Sana discussed the precautions taken for this sports-based film. He stated, “While we are all familiar with cricket, we paid special attention to wrestling. We brought in the trainer who worked with Aamir Khan on ‘Dangal.’ We also included wrestlers from Telangana in our team and provided special training to all the cast members. Ram Charan dedicated about three to four months to wrestling training for this film.”
Recently released trailers suggest that Ram Charan’s character will showcase skills in three sports, including cricket and wrestling. The film is set to be released globally on June 4, generating significant excitement among audiences since its announcement.
Filming for ‘Peddi’ was completed by May 1 of this year. Notable cinematographer Ratnavelu was the first to announce the completion of the shoot. On the morning of May 1, he shared on his X account, “Mega Power Star Ram Charan’s shooting is complete! ‘Peddi’ – a memorable journey. Working with Ram Charan has been truly special. He is a powerful performer on screen and a wonderful friend in real life. I am grateful for the memories we created together.”
On his Instagram page, Ratnavelu expressed, “Working with Ram Charan has been incredibly inspiring. He is not only a fantastic actor who brings energy and detail to every frame but also a true and reliable friend off-screen. On this last day of shooting, I am taking away not just great visuals but also countless memories. Best wishes for the magic we created together and for many more journeys ahead.”
The film features Janhvi Kapoor in the lead female role, alongside veteran actors Shiv Rajkumar, Jagapati Babu, Divyendu, and Boman Irani in significant roles. The project is backed by some of the best talents in the industry, with R. Ratnavelu handling cinematography, Naveen Nooli editing the film, and Avinash Kolla designing the expansive and intricate sets.
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