‘Peddi’ Anthem Ignites AR Rahman’s Hyderabad Concert: Ram Charan and Team Steal the Spotlight with Live ‘ChikiriChikiri’ Performance
Hyderabad, November 10, 2025 – In a electrifying crossover of cinema and music, the cast and crew of the much-anticipated Telugu action-drama Peddi turned A.R. Rahman’s sold-out concert at the Gachibowli Stadium into a celebration of their upcoming film’s pulsating soundtrack, with the debut single “ChikiriChikiri” emerging as the night’s undisputed highlight.
The Oscar-winning composer, performing live before a sea of 50,000 fervent fans on Saturday evening, surprised the audience by inviting the Peddi team onstage for a high-energy rendition of the track – a foot-tapping fusion of folk rhythms and contemporary beats that has already amassed millions of streams since its release last month. 29 Sung by Mohit Chauhan and composed by Rahman himself, the song’s live version, featuring synchronized dance moves and thunderous bass, elicited roars of approval from the crowd, who chanted lyrics and lit up the venue with phone flashlights in a wave of spontaneous euphoria.
Leading the charge was Mega Power Star Ram Charan, whose surprise entry – clad in a sharp black ensemble – sent the audience into a frenzy, with fans scrambling for selfies and cheers echoing long after his bow. 28 Joining him was co-star Janhvi Kapoor, making her Telugu cinema debut, alongside director Buchi Babu Sana and producer Mythri Movie Makers’ representatives. The ensemble’s infectious energy transformed the performance into a mini-promotional spectacle for Peddi, Rahman’s first full-fledged Telugu project in years, set for a global release on March 27, 2026.
Eyewitnesses described the moment as “pure magic,” with social media ablaze hours later. “The stadium shook – ChikiriChikiri isn’t just a song; it’s a vibe that Rahman brought to life with the Peddi squad,” tweeted film enthusiast Siddarth Srinivas, capturing the sentiment shared by thousands. 6 Videos circulating online show Rahman grinning ear-to-ear as Charan and Kapoor synced steps with backup dancers, while the maestro layered in improvisational flute riffs that amplified the track’s rustic charm.
The concert, part of Rahman’s pan-India tour celebrating his three-decade legacy, drew mixed reviews overall – some attendees lamented the scarcity of Telugu numbers amid a heavy Tamil and Hindi setlist. 17 Yet, the Peddi segment stood out as a beacon of regional pride, bridging Rahman’s global stature with Telugu cinema’s rising panache. “It was the perfect fusion – Rahman’s genius meets Charan’s charisma,” noted industry tracker Suresh PRO on X, echoing the buzz from producers who hailed it as “unmatched glory.”
Peddi, a high-octane tale of grit and redemption helmed by Sana – known for the National Award-winning Karthikeya 2 – boasts a stellar ensemble including Shiva Rajkumar and Jagapathi Babu. With cinematography by R. Rathnavelu and lyrics by Ramajogayya Sastry, the film’s music album is already positioning itself as a 2026 chart-topper, thanks to Rahman’s signature blend of innovation and melody.
As the dust settles on Hyderabad’s musical high, anticipation builds for Peddi‘s next reveal – perhaps a grand intro track teased by fans. For now, “ChikiriChikiri” reigns supreme, proving once again that when Rahman and Tollywood collide, the rhythm is irresistible.
