The countdown for Ram Charan’s upcoming sports action drama ‘Peddi’ is just over as the Buchi Bau Sana directorial officially hits the big screens tomorrow on June 4 with special premiere shows planned for tonight. There is a strong buzz around the film, as it is said to be one of the actor's greatest films in his career. As Ram Charan steps in as a cricketer and wrestler for an adrenaline-pumping performance, grab your popcorn and let’s revisit some of his essential hit films you should watch before ‘Peddi’.
‘Rangasthalam’
Before ‘Peddi’, if any project of Ram Charan’s received huge acclaim for its rustic and raw acting was the 2018 film, ‘Rangasthalam’. In the film, the actor played the character of Chitti Babu, who is shown as a partially deaf, fiercely loyal guy who gets embroiled in a politically corrupt village. The film is considered to be a masterpiece in terms of the nature of storytelling and rugged charm. In addition to it the film also marks a special connection between Ram Charan and Buchi Babu Sana, as the ‘Uppena’ director worked closely on ‘Rangasthalam’ with ace filmmaker Sukumar.
One can definitely give it a rewatch to bring back the memories of Ram Charna in the raw, rural tone that is expected to see in ‘Peddi’. The film is available to watch on Prime Video or Jio Hotstar.
‘RRR’
Ram Charan’s biggest hit in his filmography till now remains the 2022 blockbuster movie ‘RRR’ directed by SS Rajamouli and co-starring Jr NTR. In the film, we see an impactful and very serious character of Ram Charan, who on the surface works for the British but inside is a true freedom fighter. Ram Charan delivers a jaw-dropping introductory sequence where he fights off a literal ocean of protestors. He also showed peak physical fitness and massive screen presence. The film is streaming on Zee5 and Netflix.
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‘Magadheera’
In 2009, Ram Charan did a film, ‘Magadheera,’ which became another career-defining project for him, which was also directed by SS Rajamouli. The movie gives a powerful performance in this epic reincarnation drama where he is seen in dual avatars. One is the modern bike racer Harsha and the other is the fierce 17th-century warrior Kala Bhairava. The iconic "100-warrior fight sequence" on the cliffside is still talked about today. The film can be watched on MX Player and Aha.
‘Dhruva’
Being a sports action ‘Peddi’ Ram Charan is expected to focus on strategy, discipline, some intensive preparation, and be sharp and calculated. If this is something which intruguies you, you should catch Ram Charan seen as an IPS officer locked in a psychological mind game with a brilliant, corrupt scientist. The film a phenomenal, tight action-thriller that keeps you hooked from start to finish. The film can be enjoyed on ZEE5.
‘Chirutha’
Lastly, if you’re a fan, then why not relive the magic of Ram Charan going back to where it all began. Ram Charan made a highly commercially successful debut with his movie ‘Chirutha’. What we see today is muscled Ram Charan set to take over the sporting world, as he showcased effortless dancing skills, screen confidence, fearlessness, and courage. It is available to watch on Aha.