'What is Janhvi Kapoor even doing in this film?': 'Peddi' trailer divides viewers

The recently released trailer of 'Peddi' has ignited discussion online, with a section of social media users questioning whether Janhvi Kapoor’s portrayal fits the film’s larger emotional narrative.

While the trailer generated excitement for its scale and Ram Charan’s rugged transformation, conversations around Kapoor’s character quickly began dominating online spaces.

Several viewers felt that the actress appeared to be presented primarily through a glamour-driven lens rather than as an integral part of the story.

Comments across social media platforms suggested that the “hyper sexualization feels completely out of place,” especially in a film that appears to revolve around ambition, struggle, and sports drama.

The criticism was less about Kapoor herself and more about how her role seemed to be framed in the trailer. One comment that gained attention read,

‘What is Janhvi Kapoor even doing in this film?’.

While others argued that certain portions looked disconnected from the trailer’s otherwise intense and emotionally driven atmosphere.

Some viewers also linked the presentation style to older Telugu commercial cinema formulas where female characters often function as visual attractions through songs, romantic tracks, and glamour-heavy sequences.

A few users remarked that the visuals felt reminiscent of a style associated with traditional mainstream cinema.

Others called some moments ‘cringe’, claiming they contrasted sharply with the serious underdog tone the film appears to be aiming for.

At the same time, not everyone shared the criticism. A large section of fans praised Ram Charan’s commanding screen presence, his physical transformation and the trailer’s grand visual scale.

Many viewers also appreciated the emotional intensity and the film’s apparent attempt to blend sports drama with mass commercial storytelling.

The debate has now expanded beyond a single trailer appearance into a larger discussion around evolving audience expectations.

As viewers increasingly seek stronger and more meaningful female characters, questions are being raised about whether conventional glamour elements still fit naturally within emotionally grounded narratives.

Despite the mixed reactions, 'Peddi' has clearly managed to generate conversation, and for now, social media remains divided.