Ram Charan is currently busy with the shoot of Peddi. However, the shoot has hit a roadblock because of the locations of its next schedule.
A portion of the movie was supposed to be shot at the in New Delhi. However, the area has come under high alert following the tragic blast that claimed at least 10 lives. The makers have decided to hold back on their Delhi schedule in view of the current situation in the capital.
Peddi shoot cancelled in Delhi
According to ETimes, “Some patchwork for Ram Charan’s upcoming project was to be completed, for which the team had permission to shoot within the premises of the Red Fort and its surrounding areas on November 17. However, the schedule has now been revised.” The portal also quoted another source, which confirmed that the team had dates blocked for November 15 and 16 to shoot at the Red Fort.
Ram Charan dances like a dream in `Chikiri Chikiri`
Last week, the makers of director Buchi Babu Sana`s Peddi, released the foot-tapping romantic single Chikiri Chikiri from the film, much to the delight of fans and film buffs.
Taking to his X timeline, actor Ram Charan, shared the link to the song on YouTube and wrote, “Here is the Peddi First Single ChikiriChikiri. Loved dancing to this @arrahman sir`s special composition. PEDDI WORLDWIDE RELEASE ON 27th MARCH, 2026.”
The foot tapping number, which has been set to tune by A R Rahman, has lyrics by Balaji and is sung by Mohit Chauhan. Ram Charan unleashes his signature dance flair, perfectly synced to Rahman’s infectious and high-voltage composition. The beat radiates energy, and the number delivers a full-blown visual and musical feast. Ram Charan sports a mass and rustic look and the hook step is a treat to watch.
It may be recalled that a couple of days ago, director had disclosed the meaning of `Chikiri`.
The director, who posted a video clip of him having a conversation with the Mozart of Madras A R Rahman, is seen explaining the situation of the song to the music director. He says, “The hero sees the heroine for the first time in the village. He tells his friend that she is that rare girl who looks beautiful without any make up.He calls her a chikiri.”
Rahman asks what is a Chikiri and to that the director replies, “The men in the hero`s village affectionately call the pretty women of their village Chikiri. That is where the song begins.”
When is Peddi releasing?
With a top-notch technical crew on board, Peddi promises a rich cinematic experience. R Rathnavelu is handling cinematography, while National Award-winning editor Navin Nooli takes charge of the editing.
Peddi is slated for a grand Pan-India theatrical release on March 27, 2026, coinciding with ’s birthday.