Peddi Director Buchi Babu Sana Apologises For Objectifying Janhvi Kapoor, Promises Scene Changes: Every Woman…

Ram Charan's sports drama Peddi is drawing strong box office numbers, yet conversation online is centred elsewhere. Viewers are increasingly questioning how Janhvi Kapoor's character Achiyyamma is written. Many social media posts criticise the romance track, and director Buchi Babu Sana has now responded directly to these concerns.

Speaking after days of debate, Buchi Babu Sana acknowledged that the response has surprised the team. The director said the criticism, especially about the love story between Peddi and Achiyyamma, was not something expected during writing or filming. Sana admitted that this sharp negative feedback has forced serious reflection.

Peddi controversy over romance track and director's response

In an interview with SCREEN, Buchi Babu Sana addressed the backlash in plain terms. "I had not anticipated that the scenes would be perceived so negatively by audiences," the filmmaker said. Sana explained that the crew believed they were shaping a light, teasing love story between Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor.

The director described how the intention during scripting sessions differed greatly from what many people experienced on screen. According to Sana, the team wanted a playful romantic arc, not scenes that left parts of the audience feeling disturbed. The reaction has led Sana to promise changes in future projects, stating, "We'll be more careful and make better representations."

Peddi controversy around Achiyyamma's portrayal and key scenes

Much of the Peddi controversy focuses on how Achiyyamma is introduced and framed. When Ram Charan's character first sees Achiyyamma, the camera lingers on her body for several minutes. The sequence presents her more as a visual object than a fully rounded character with personal agency or clear voice.

The criticism deepens with the later power cut sequence involving Peddi and Achiyyamma. Peddi tells friends that Achiyyamma will never accept love or marriage with Peddi, and that her father will also refuse. Instead of respecting that, Peddi decides to take advantage of a blackout and forces a kiss on Achiyyamma without consent.

Viewers have pointed out that Achiyyamma is shown crying and resisting during this moment. Yet her distress receives little weight in the story. Male characters around her urge silence, asking Achiyyamma to ignore the incident. They argue that speaking out could damage her father's political career, sidelining her feelings and autonomy.

Peddi controversy alongside film's sports drama storyline

While the Peddi controversy spreads online, the film itself follows a sports-centred plot. The story focuses on Peddi, played by Ram Charan, a talented athlete who seeks recognition through sport. Peddi aims to bring pride to the home village, set against the rural backdrop of Andhra Pradesh's Vizianagaram region.

The narrative links Peddi's personal journey with broader themes like identity, aspiration and local pride. Sporting success is shown as a path to respect for the community. Alongside Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, the cast includes Shiva Rajkumar and Jagapathi Babu in key roles connected to Peddi's struggles and motivations.

The production of Peddi brings together several companies, as shown below:

Aspect	Details
Lead actor	Ram Charan as Peddi
Female lead	Janhvi Kapoor as Achiyyamma
Supporting cast	Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu
Producer	Venkata Satish Kilaru, Vriddhi Cinemas
Co-producer	Ishan Saksena, IVY Entertainment
Presenters	Mythri Movie Makers, Sukumar Writings

As Peddi continues its theatrical run in India, the film faces both commercial success and sustained criticism. The romance between Peddi and Achiyyamma has become a focal point for discussions about consent and representation. Buchi Babu Sana's assurances suggest future projects may approach such relationships with more care.