Peddi: Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor's Sports Drama Gets Censor Certificate - Know Runtime, CBFC Cuts And More

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Charan and Janhvi Kapoor's Peddi is one of the most-awaited releases this year. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, the film is a sports drama scheduled for worldwide theatrical release on June 4. Ahead of that, the Central Board of Film Certification has certified the film. Details of Peddi's runtime, CBFC cuts and more have been revealed. This development comes days after the makers unveiled the official trailer. A grand event was held in Mumbai for the same. As far as its certification is concerned, Peddi has been granted U/A 16+ certificate.

Peddi certification information

According to the images floating on internet, the runtime of Ram and Janhvi's Peddi is 189 minutes, which is 3 hours and 9 minutes. Apart from that, the CBFC suggested certain cuts and modifications in the sport drama. The word 'Rajasthan' has been deleted along with reference to a community. Besides that, six words have been muted and modified in the Buchi Babu Sana directorial.

For that matter, a scene featuring middle finger has been covered with CG visuals. The makers received this certification details on May 22, 2026. After deletion and replacements of the aforementioned things, the runtime of Peddi is locked at 3 hours and 9 minutes. For the unversed, the movie has been produced by Vriddhi Cinemas and IVY Entertainment.

Peddi was first offered to Khushi Kapoor

Earlier, in an interview with M9, director Buchi Babu Sana revealed he initially narrated Achiyamma's character to Khushi Kapoor. "But once I saw her in person, I realised that she’s too young for this character. Now, imagine when I have to reject Khushi and give narration to Janhvi in the same home," he said. The director also recalled asking Janhvi if his younger sister Khushi took an offence after being rejected.

The filmmaker went on to share that he could only imagine Janhvi playing the role whenever he narrated the script to others. He felt that the actress was meant to do this character.

More about Peddi

Meanwhile, Ram will be seen playing the titular role in this sports drama, while his co-star plays Achiyamma. On the other hand, Shiva Rajkumar is associated with the project as Gournaidu and Jagapathi Babu essays the role of Appalasoori. Apart from them, Boman Irani, Divyenndu and others form the film's supporting star cast. Are you excited about watching Peddi in theatres? Tweet @TimesNow and share your thoughts on X.