Fans were eagerly waited for the first shot of Peddi, and Mega fans had high expectations from director Buchi Babu, who gained recognition with the blockbuster Uppena and a national award. As a disciple of Sukumar, they believed Buchi Babu would deliver a film even better than Rangasthalam, especially with guidance from his mentor. With the first shot of Peddi, Buchi Babu hit a six with a Dhoni-style helicopter shot, showcasing exactly what fans hoped for, even though the teaser didn’t reveal much of the story.
The film seems to have some similarities to Rangasthalam, with rural settings and elements like cricket during Dussehra, but Buchi Babu successfully made it unique with Ram Charan’s swag. Based on just this glimpse, it’s too early to make big judgments, but Buchi Babu has passed his first test with flying colors. Now, his next target is to aim for distinction, then state and national recognition, as the pressure on him keeps increasing with high expectations.
Although there’s still a year until the release, Buchi Babu’s biggest challenge will be getting the best from A.R. Rahman. He has already succeeded with the first shot, but if the music and background score are up to the mark, it could easily match the works of Anirudh, Devi Sri Prasad, or Thaman. Rahman has not yet had a solid blockbuster in Tollywood films, but music lovers hope this will be his breakthrough. The movie’s release is set for March 26, 2026, which is still far off, and many updates will come in the meantime. It will be interesting to see what else Buchi Babu has in store.
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