Released on November 7, 2025, Chikiri Chikiri delivered an exceptional opening, clocking approximately 46 million views within its first 24 hours. In doing so, it surpassed the opening-day records of recent high-profile tracks such as Zinda Banda from Jawan and Kissick from Pushpa 2. The song later emerged as one of the fastest Indian tracks to cross the 100 million mark, achieving the feat in just 12 days across all language versions.
Industry observers say the song’s sustained momentum highlights the growing importance of music-led promotions in the run-up to major theatrical releases. Even two months after its debut, Chikiri Chikiri continues to trend across platforms, including YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels, contributing to its rapid accumulation of views. The Hindi version alone has crossed 50 million views, reflecting the track’s wide appeal beyond its original language.
The song’s creative team has also drawn attention. Academy Award-winning composer A.R. Rahman scored the music, while the lyrics were written by Balaji. Playback singer Mohit Chauhan lent his voice to the track, blending folk-inspired rhythms with contemporary production. The combination, coupled with Ram Charan’s on-screen presence, has resonated strongly with audiences across regions.
Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi is positioned as a large-scale commercial entertainer. The film stars Janhvi Kapoor as the female lead, alongside Jagapathi Babu, Shiva Rajkumar and Divyendu Sharma in key roles. The makers have maintained steady buzz through promotional assets, including teasers, posters and music releases, with the song’s success significantly amplifying interest in the film.
Trade analysts view the early digital performance of Chikiri Chikiri as a positive indicator for Peddi’s box-office prospects. With music continuing to act as a critical driver of pre-release engagement, the film enters its final promotional phase with strong momentum.
As the April 30 release date approaches, expectations remain high that Peddi could translate its digital popularity into a robust theatrical opening across multiple markets.
