After Peddi, director Buchi Babu Sana is keen to work with Mahesh Babu for his next project. He has reportedly prepared two scripts for the superstar and is planning to meet him to narrate them following Peddi’s theatrical run.
Peddi’s Mixed Critical Response
However, Peddi, which released on June 4, 2026, has received a mixed response from critics and audiences. While Ram Charan’s performance earned praise and the film’s social message resonated with some viewers, critical reviews ranged from 3.5 stars to 1.5 stars across major publications. The film also faced controversy over certain scenes, prompting Buchi Babu to issue a public apology and confirm edits to the theatrical version.
This mixed reception raises questions about whether Mahesh Babu will show interest in meeting Buchi Babu and hearing his ideas. Despite this, industry buzz suggests Buchi Babu remains confident about his scripts, both designed as large-scale pan-India ventures.
Mahesh Babu’s Crucial Next Choice
For Mahesh Babu, the film after Varanasi is extremely important. The SS Rajamouli directorial is expected to expand his reach beyond Telugu cinema and strengthen his presence in other language markets. Because of this, the selection of his next project will be crucial.
Mahesh is already known for being very cautious when choosing his films, and Peddi’s mixed reception could play a role in how he evaluates future collaborations.
Buchi Babu’s Upcoming Projects
Interestingly, Buchi Babu has already secured his next directorial venture. Ram Charan has committed to collaborating with the director again after Peddi, showing confidence in Buchi Babu’s vision despite the current film’s divided response.
The big question now is whether Buchi Babu’s scripts will be strong enough to convince Mahesh Babu for a collaboration, or if the superstar will opt for a different director for his post-Varanasi venture.
