‘Peddi’: What is the story?

Interest around the upcoming pan-India film “Peddi” is steadily increasing, making it one of the most talked-about projects in Telugu cinema. The film, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, is said to be a rural-based emotional drama with strong sports elements, despite earlier reports describing it mainly as a sports film.

Industry buzz suggests that the story revolves around a village’s self-respect and a hero’s fight for its development, with sports acting as a unifying force for the community. Actor Shivarajkumar is expected to play a coach who guides the protagonist, while Jagapathi Babu reportedly appears as the hero’s father. The film is also said to include elements of wrestling and cricket, adding emotional depth and intensity to the narrative.