Ravi Teja’s Irumudi has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing Ram Charan’s Peddi in total footfalls across the Telugu States in just 15 days. The Irumudi footfalls have now crossed 91 lakh, overtaking Peddi’s entire theatrical run despite significantly lower ticket pricing.
Irumudi vs Peddi – Complete Box Office Comparison
According to tracked data, here’s how both films performed in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana:
| Metric | Peddi (Full Run) | Irumudi (15 Days) |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Collection | ₹198.96 Cr | ₹139.74 Cr |
| Total Footfalls | 87.78 Lakh | 91.91 Lakh |
| Rank by Footfalls | #2 (2026) | #1 (2026) |
Despite Irumudi having a lower gross, it has already recorded the highest footfalls among 2026 releases in the Telugu States, taking the No.1 spot in audience turnout.
Why Peddi Has Higher Gross Despite Lower Footfalls
The numbers highlight an interesting pricing dynamic between the two films. While Peddi has a significantly higher gross collection, it benefited from special shows, ticket-price hikes and premium pricing strategies. Irumudi, on the other hand, has largely been running with normal ticket prices from opening day.
As a result, the Irumudi footfalls haven’t translated into a proportionally higher gross yet. This pricing difference explains why Peddi still leads on gross collections (₹198.96 Cr vs ₹139.74 Cr) despite fewer people actually watching it in theatres.
What This Means for Ravi Teja’s Market Standing
This footfall victory is significant for Ravi Teja, as it demonstrates strong audience pull despite competing against a starrer featuring one of Telugu cinema’s biggest names. The fact that Irumudi achieved this milestone in just two weeks showcases the film’s mass appeal and word-of-mouth strength.
With the film still having a considerable run ahead, the Irumudi footfalls tally is only expected to climb further, potentially setting a new benchmark for 2026 releases in the Telugu States.
