“It was a childhood dream for me to be a part of his music,” says Ram Charan amidst the madness of Peddi’s Chikiri Chikiri song at A.R. Rahman’s concert!

Chikiri Chikiri song got showcased at a mega A.R. Rahman’s concert with a massive audience with a live performance! The song received a fabulous response with 46 million views within 24 hours, becoming one of the most viewed and liked tracks of the year!

With anticipation soaring high for Ram Charan’s upcoming film Peddi, the excitement surrounding its first single, Chikiri Chikiri, has reached a fever pitch. The song didn’t just trend, it exploded, racking up an astonishing 46 million views within 24 hours, becoming one of the most viewed and liked tracks of the year.

But the true magic unfolded in Hyderabad when the track was performed live at A.R. Rahman’s concert. The atmosphere turned electric as the Peddi team—Mega Powerstar Ram Charan, the stunning Janhvi Kapoor, and director Buchi Babu Sana—graced the event, amplifying the energy and spreading the magic of Chikiri Chikiri.

A.R. Rahman’s concert was completely taken over by the wave of Chikiri Chikiri. While the audience enjoyed the electrifying performances, the song became a new rage, taking over the entire concert. As Ram Charan came on the stage he said, “It was a childhood dream for me to be a part of his music and it is part of my favorite subject, Peddi. I think I can’t get a word like this. Thank you so much. It is a dream come true.”

Composed by the celebrated A.R. Rahman, the song blends earthy rhythms with soul-stirring melodies, perfectly matching the film’s rooted storytelling style. The vocals, choreography, and overall visual treatment of Chikiri have been widely praised for their freshness and cultural connection.

The success of Chikiri is being seen as a strong indicator of the film’s massive appeal and growing anticipation. With expectations now higher than ever, Peddi is already being hailed as one of the most exciting releases of the year.

Peddi, directed by Uppena filmmaker Buchi Babu Sana, is touted to be a rustic emotional drama, marking one of Ram Charan’s most intense roles to date. The film has already built strong anticipation due to its scale, cast, and Rahman’s musical involvement.

Written and directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi stars Ram Charan in the titular role, alongside Shiva Rajkumar, Janhvi Kapoor, Divyendu Sharma, and Jagapathi Babu. Produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru, the film is scheduled for release on 27th March 2026.