Ram Charan's 'Peddi' crosses Rs 315 crore globally in six days despite controversy

In the sprawling theater of Indian popular culture, Ram Charan's sports drama Peddi has crossed Rs 315 crore globally within its first six days — a testament to the enduring power of star-driven cinema to draw crowds even amid controversy. The film, directed by Buchi Babu Sana and set against the world of sport, follows the ancient arc of spectacle: a blazing opening, a natural settling, and then the quieter test of whether a story has earned its place in the public imagination. As it eyes the Rs 350 crore milestone entering its second week, Peddi stands at the threshold where opening-weekend