There is still no clarity regarding the premiere shows of Ram Charan’s “Peddi” in the Telugu states.
The film is set for a worldwide release on June 4, and if paid premieres are to be held, they would ideally take place on the night of June 3.
The Andhra Pradesh government has already granted permission for paid premiere shows from 8 PM on June 3.
The ticket price for these special screenings has also been approved at Rs 600.
The film’s production house, Mythri Movie Makers, has reportedly received the necessary clearances from the AP government.
However, the situation in Telangana remains uncertain. While the state government has, in principle, approved ticket price hikes for the first ten days of the film’s run, there is still no official word on premiere shows.
If late-night paid premieres are not permitted, there is a possibility that the government may allow early morning benefit shows instead.
The challenge for the makers is the lack of a uniform policy. The Revanth Reddy-led Telangana government has followed different approaches for different films, making it difficult to predict the final decision until the last minute.
At the same time, the producers may not prefer a scenario where “Peddi” has 8 PM premiere shows in Andhra Pradesh while Telangana audiences have to wait for early morning screenings.
As a result, the final plan for the film’s special shows remains up in the air.
