Ram Charan Calls Virat Kohli 'Fire', Apologizes to Bumrah for Football Mix-Up
Ram Charan Describes Kohli as 'Fire', Apologizes to Bumrah

Tollywood superstar Ram Charan is preparing for his upcoming action drama 'Peddi', directed by Buchi Babu Sana. The makers recently hosted a grand event in Bhopal, attended by music composer AR Rahman, actress Janhvi Kapoor, and several cast and crew members. During the celebrations, Ram Charan took time to interact with fans and answer their questions.

Ram Charan on Cricket Legends

When asked to describe some of India's most popular cricketers in a few words, Ram Charan responded with enthusiasm. For Sachin Tendulkar, he described his journey as a 'long, legendary run.' Speaking about former Indian captain MS Dhoni, he called him 'calm and cool.' For Rohit Sharma, the actor said, 'He's everybody's man.' When Virat Kohli's name came up, Ram Charan gave a one-word answer: 'Fire.' His quick responses drew cheers from the crowd, and many fans appreciated his descriptions.

Accidental Mix-Up with Jasprit Bumrah

The fun interaction took an unexpected turn when Ram Charan spoke about star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah. While praising the cricketer, the actor accidentally mixed up cricket and football terminology. After realizing the mistake, Ram Charan shared an apology on social media. He wrote, 'Uff… I'm genuinely so forgetful with names sometimes. Apologies to Jasprit Bumrah Ji for the mix-up – it was a genuine human error in the middle of all the excitement and the crowd. I truly respect you and I am a huge fan of your game. You make every Indian feel proud when you consistently put batsmen on back foot.'

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About 'Peddi'

In 'Peddi', Ram Charan plays the titular character, who appears to be fighting for his people and the oppressed through sports and spirit. The film also features Shiva Rajkumar, Divyendu Sharma, and Jagapathi Babu in important roles. It is slated for release on June 4.

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