India, June 8 -- Ever since Peddi released in theatres, the Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor starrer has found itself at the centre of a heated debate over its portrayal of women, with several viewers calling out the film for the hypersexualisation of its female lead. Amid the ongoing backlash, Ram Charan recently watched the film with director Buchi Babu Sana, a move that has further fuelled online discussions.

While the actor's gesture was seen by some as a show of support for the film, a section of social media users criticised the outing, arguing that it overlooked the concerns being raised about the film's depiction of women.

On Sunday, Ram paid a surprise visit to Hyderabad's Prasads Multiplex, where he joined fans and moviegoers to w...