Ram Charan's much-awaited sports drama Peddi has finally arrived in theatres, and social media is already buzzing with reactions. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, the film marks Charan's return to the big screen after the commercial disappointment of Game Changer. Also starring Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Boman Irani and Divyendu Sharma, the film opened to strong anticipation and impressive advance bookings.Netizens review Peddi movieGoing by the first wave of reactions on X, formerly Twitter, Peddi has received a mixed-to-positive response from audiences. While many viewers praised Ram Charan's committed performance and the film's emotional moments, others felt the screenplay and pacing could have been stronger.— venkyreviews (@venkyreviews) A common opinion among moviegoers is that Ram Charan is the driving force behind the film. Several viewers highlighted his transformation, screen presence and emotional depth, with many calling his performance the biggest reason to watch Peddi. One user described the film as a watchable commercial entertainer that works despite its flaws, adding that Charan carries the narrative almost entirely on his shoulders.— CinemaWithAB (@CinemaWithAB) Many viewers also appreciated the emotional core of the story. According to several social media posts, "#Peddi is one rare film which has the structure of a template Telugu commercial film and yet shines with out of the box story and presentation. everything about this film is so so good. the introduction of hero, the music, dance numbers gives proper support to this grounded story. ram charan with his fantastic performance stands out. rahman sir shared music with his heart for this film. jagapathi babu as appalosoori is brilliant. overall a good sports drama with good story and great performances. I loved it."— PsychoViswa (@PsychoViswa) However, not every aspect has won unanimous praise. A number of viewers felt the first half relies heavily on familiar commercial-film tropes. Janhvi Kapoor's track, in particular, received criticism from some audience members, who felt it did not add much to the overall narrative. Others pointed out that the film's nearly three-hour runtime could have been trimmed.— deepuzoomout (@deepuzoomout) Despite these complaints, certain portions of the film have emerged as clear crowd-pleasers. The pre-interval sequence and the stretch leading up to the song Massa Massa have been widely praised on social media. Several viewers described these scenes as the film's most engaging moments, successfully blending emotion with mass entertainment.— Value_of_Growth (@Value_of_Growth) The climax has also received positive feedback. According to audience reactions, the final act delivers an emotional payoff that lands effectively and leaves viewers satisfied. Some viewers felt the film regained momentum in its closing portions after an uneven middle section.— ogmonth25 (@ogmonth25) Another major talking point among audiences is A. R. Rahman's music. The Oscar-winning composer's songs and background score have been widely appreciated, with many users saying the music elevates several scenes and helps maintain the film's emotional impact. Some even suggested that Rahman's score does much of the heavy lifting during portions where the screenplay loses momentum.More about Peddi movieAmong the supporting cast, Shiva Rajkumar and Jagapathi Babu have received positive mentions from viewers. While audiences appreciated their performances, some felt several supporting characters could have been given more substantial roles.As for box office interest, Peddi has started on a promising note. According to trade tracker Sacnilk, the film sold close to three lakh tickets in advance bookings across India for its opening day. The Telugu version accounted for more than 2.8 lakh ticket sales, while worldwide advance bookings reportedly crossed Rs 12 crore before release.While Peddi may not have delivered the flawless comeback some fans were hoping for, early reactions suggest it offers enough emotional moments, strong performances and memorable music to keep audiences entertained. Whether it can sustain its momentum at the box office over the coming days remains to be seen. Stay tuned!