The film maintained healthy occupancy levels throughout the day, with audience turnout improving during evening and night shows. The Telugu 2D version recorded an overall occupancy of nearly 68 percent, with night shows touching over 76 percent.
Much of the praise has been directed towards Ram Charan’s performance. Set in rural Andhra Pradesh during the 1980s, Peddi follows a determined villager who uses sports as a unifying force while defending his community’s pride and identity. Viewers and critics have particularly appreciated Charan’s emotional depth, screen presence, and commitment to the role, making him one of the film’s biggest strengths.