Ram Charan’s ‘Peddy’ Smashes Pre-Release Records; Song ‘Chikiri Chikiri’ Crosses 50 Million Views

Ram Charan’s upcoming film Peddy is all set to hit the big screens, but even before its release, the movie has already made waves in popular culture. The opening track Chikiri Chikiri has become a musical sensation, crossing 50 million views and giving fans yet another reason to eagerly await the actor’s next big venture. The song features Ram Charan alongside Janhvi Kapoor.

Pre-Release Success

Since its release two months ago, Chikiri Chikiri has captivated audiences across multiple languages, becoming one of the most-watched Indian songs ahead of a film’s release. It garnered nearly 46 million views within the first 24 hours and quickly became one of the fastest-growing chartbusters of the year.

Popularity Across Platforms

The song’s popularity has only grown over time. On YouTube alone, it has received over 2 million likes, while the Hindi version alone surpassed 50 million views, highlighting its appeal beyond regional audiences. Chikiri Chikiri has remained a staple on trending playlists and continues to dominate music charts.

The song has also gained recognition on short-video platforms such as YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels, with fans and creators sharing dance clips and fan edits that further amplified its reach.

Music by A.R. Rahman

The music of Chikiri Chikiri has been composed by A.R. Rahman, with lyrics by Balaji and vocals by Mohit Chauhan. Released in multiple languages, the song has been praised for its catchy tune, high-energy dance sequences, and widespread regional appeal. The music has further fueled excitement for Peddy, which has already generated buzz with its teasers, songs, and theater release announcements.

Film Details and Release Date

Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddy stars Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor, Jagapathi Babu, Shiv Rajkumar, and Divyendu Sharma in lead roles. The film is scheduled for release on 30 April 2026 and is being anticipated as one of the biggest Indian films of the year. Originally, it was expected to clash with Dhurandhar and Toxic, but the makers postponed the release date to avoid competition and maximize its reach.

With the pre-release success of Chikiri Chikiri and Ram Charan recently embracing fatherhood with twins, Peddy is shaping up to be a milestone film for the actor and the industry alike.