The Central Board of Film Certification has officially handed a ‘U/A 16+’ rating to the upcoming sports action drama Peddi, but not without a strict list of audio and visual demands. Starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, the film heads to theaters amid a wider 2026 regulatory crackdown on community-specific references and political geography in Indian cinema.
The certification was officially granted on Wednesday, ensuring the project meets its scheduled June 4 worldwide release date. The production team locked the final film at a lengthy 3 hours and 9 minutes following the mandated edits.
To secure the rating, the producers had to comply with several highly specific alterations, including the verified 3-hour-9-minute runtime and a CGI middle-finger visual block. The regulatory body ordered the complete removal of the word “Rajasthan” from both the audio track and all localized subtitles. A Hindi expletive was also entirely muted. Rather than deleting a scene featuring a middle-finger gesture, the board mandated that the makers cover it using visual effects.
The project carries high expectations for the lead actor following the commercial disappointment of his previous release, Game Changer. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana and featuring music by A.R. Rahman, the team is currently relying on a heavy promotional push leading up to June 4 to maintain momentum.
Early box office indicators show strong traction despite the long runtime. Pre-sales for the North American premieres have already crossed $300,000. The marketing campaign recently generated organic viral engagement online after a promotional stunt went awry, resulting in Kapoor accidentally hitting a fan’s phone while playing cricket with Pat Cummins.