Ram Charan’s Peddi, directed by Buchi Babu, has achieved a major box office milestone by entering the prestigious 250 Cr club of Telugu films in its first week. The sports drama, which was released on June 4th with premieres on June 3rd evening, has joined an elite list of pan-Indian blockbusters.
Peddi’s First Week Achievement
Peddi collected ₹275 Cr gross worldwide in its opening week, marking a significant achievement for Ram Charan as a solo lead. The film’s strong performance across multiplexes and mass centers helped it cross this milestone, cementing its position among the biggest Telugu openers of all time.
Telugu Films in the ₹250 Cr+ First Week Club
| Film | First Week Gross |
|---|---|
| Pushpa 2 | ₹965 Cr |
| Baahubali 2 | ₹825 Cr |
| RRR | ₹700 Cr |
| Kalki 2898 AD | ₹630 Cr |
| Salaar | ₹460 Cr |
| Saaho | ₹337 Cr |
| Devara | ₹328 Cr |
| Adipurush | ₹315 Cr |
| War 2 | ₹295 Cr |
| Peddi | ₹275 Cr |
| Baahubali | ₹265 Cr |
| They Call Him OG | ₹255 Cr |
Ram Charan Joins the Elite Club
Prabhas dominates the list with six films in the 250 Cr first week club, showcasing his massive pan-Indian appeal. Allu Arjun entered this elite group with Pushpa 2, while Pawan Kalyan achieved the feat with They Call Him OG.
While Ram Charan was part of RRR, which collected ₹700 Cr in its first week, that was a multistarrer with Jr NTR. NTR had previously achieved the 250 Cr first week gross as a solo hero with Devara, which collected ₹328 Cr.
Now, with Peddi, Ram Charan has entered the 250 Cr club as a solo lead, joining the ranks of Telugu cinema’s biggest stars. The film’s journey from its delayed April 30 release to this box office success showcases the strong anticipation and wide appeal the sports drama generated.
What This Milestone Means
The 250 Cr first week club represents films with massive openings across India and overseas markets. Achieving this milestone requires not just star power but also strong content that appeals to diverse audiences. Peddi’s entry into this club validates Ram Charan’s market strength and the film’s universal appeal across demographics.
As Peddi continues its theatrical run, industry observers are watching to see where it will finish in the all-time grossers list. The film’s sustained performance in the second week will determine its final position among Telugu cinema’s biggest blockbusters.