A light-hearted exchange at a recent success event has become Tollywood's favourite talking point. There, 'Peddi' director Buchi Babu Sana shared a heartfelt wish with megastar Chiranjeevi — and the answer he got left the entire room roaring with laughter.
How 'Peddi' Rewrote Buchi Babu's Story
Ram Charan's 'Peddi' is a sports drama that has stormed the box office. Audiences have showered it with love, and its collections are climbing fast. Ram Charan's character and his fresh on-screen avatar caught everyone by surprise and won wide praise. The man behind the camera, Buchi Babu Sana, has now become the most talked-about name in Tollywood.
A Director's Open Wish to Work With Chiranjeevi
Amid this huge success, Buchi Babu candidly expressed his deep desire to direct megastar Chiranjeevi. At the success event he also paid heartfelt tribute to the star, recalling that Chiranjeevi visited the sets of 'Peddi' several times during the shoot and lifted the morale of the entire team. Even after the film's release, the megastar praised it generously.
In an interview, Buchi Babu said, 'Every director dreams of making a film with Chiranjeevi. I want that chance too. Please give me one opportunity to do a film with you.'
The Megastar's Joke That Went Viral
Hearing the director's plea, Chiranjeevi could not hold back and burst out laughing. Without missing a beat, he shot back, 'Will you make me jump and run like Ram Charan? If yes, then ellu ellavayya — go, brother, go — why would I do a film with you?' The megastar's playful jibe sent everyone present into fits of laughter. The moment is now spreading rapidly across social media, with fans loving the warm bonding between the two.
Praise for Ram Charan's Acting and the Director's Vision
Chiranjeevi was equally generous in his appreciation of 'Peddi'. He lauded Ram Charan's performance as well as Buchi Babu's vision. Following the film's success, the director is now flooded with fresh offers.
A Journey That Began With 'Uppena'
Buchi Babu first made his mark as a director with 'Uppena', which was his debut directorial film. Now the success of 'Peddi' has placed him firmly among Tollywood's leading directors. It remains to be seen when his dream of working with Chiranjeevi will finally turn into reality.
