Janhvi Kapoor is creating a buzz with her latest venture, the Ram Charan‑starrer Peddi. The Bollywood star steps out of her comfort zone to play Acchiyamma, a spirited village belle from Uttarandhra, marking her first major role in a Telugu film. Janhvi describes the character as “hatke” – a bold departure from her usual Bollywood personas – and says the role is close to her heart. To bring authenticity, she mastered the Vijayanagaram dialect, even dubbing her own lines in Telugu for the first time. The actress also immersed herself in the look of a rural Telugu woman, donning traditional half‑sarees that helped her embody the culture on screen. Known for her dance flair, Janhvi spent intensive days rehearsing the film’s song sequences, fine‑tuning expressions and body language to match the local flavor. The on‑set camaraderie has been equally memorable. Janhvi gushes about working with musical maestro AR Rahman and calls director Buchi Babu Sana “the biggest rowdy director,” hinting at a fearless edge to her character. Her chemistry with co‑star Ram Charan was described as “cosmic,” a collaboration she calls one of the greatest honors of her life. With a dedicated team pouring their hearts into Peddi, Janhvi’s transformation promises a fresh, culturally rich performance that could redefine her career in South Indian cinema.
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