Hyderabad, June 9 -- While Ram Charan's blockbuster film Peddi continues to perform strongly at the box office, the movie has now landed in a fresh controversy. Several tribal and Adivasi organisations have raised objections over certain scenes and dialogues, claiming that they portray tribal communities in a negative and disrespectful manner.

Why Are Tribal Groups Upset With Peddi?

According to complaints submitted by tribal leaders in Andhra Pradesh's Manyam and Vizianagaram districts, some dialogues in the film allegedly insult tribal communities and hurt their sentiments. The groups claim that certain words and character portrayals reinforce stereotypes and misrepresent tribal culture and traditions.

Representatives of the organisa...