It seems that Ram Charan's Peddi is stuck in a circle of delays.
Several reports suggest that the makers of Peddi are now eyeing a June release date.
Originally set to release on March 27, the film was pushed to April 30 owing to production delays. If the reports are true, this is the second time the Ram Charan-Janhvi Kapoor starrer is postponed.
The fresh delay is being attributed to unfinished shooting with reports suggesting that a few key portions of the film are yet to be shot which makes it difficult to release the film on the previously announced date.
Another possible reason that is speculated behind the delay of the sports action drama is the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).
The makers are avoiding the release as many viewers are engaged with IPL matches in the evenings.
Hence, a June release, once the IPL is over, seems reasonable.
While the makers have not yet released an official statement on the delay, a North American distributor Prathyangira Cinemas took to X and shared that the advance booking of the film has been put on hold as per the production's request.
Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, the film, along with Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, also features Boman Irani, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyendu Sharma.
'Peddi won't be delayed'
Just a few days ago, Ram Charan was seen promoting Rakasa which is produced by his cousin Niharika Konidela where he hinted that the film is not delayed.
In a video shared on social media, in a round table discussion Ram Charan was seen saying, "Promote your film well, Peddi won't be late."
While Ram Charan promises a timely release, media reports suggest otherwise. Not to mention, the postponement rumours have been doing rounds on the internet for a while, an official confirmation is awaited.
Ram Charan suffers cut above eye on 'Peddi' shoot, source confirms no serious damageThe Telugu film set in 1980s rural Andhra Pradesh, centers on a spirited villager who unites his community to defend their pride and fight for identity against a powerful rival through sports.
Produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru, presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings with AR Rahman composing the music, the film is one of the most-anticipated films in the recent time.