Even the biggest stars occasionally stumble, and Ram Charan is no exception. The RRR actor, currently busy promoting his upcoming film Peddi, found himself at the center of an unexpected social media storm after a slip of the tongue during a music launch event in Bhopal.
While engaging with the media and fans, Ram Charan was asked to share a few words to describe several icons of the Indian cricket team. What began as a fun, light-hearted segment quickly took a viral turn when the actor mistakenly labeled star pacer Jasprit Bumrah as a “footballer.”
The event, which celebrated the grand music launch of his upcoming film Peddi, saw the actor joined by co-star Janhvi Kapoor and music maestro AR Rahman. During the interactive session, Ram Charan was asked to provide quick descriptors for several legendary cricketers.
He handled the rapid-fire questions with grace, delivering spot-on descriptions for the rest of the legends:
- Sachin Tendulkar: “A long, legendary run.”
- MS Dhoni: “Calm and cool.”
- Virat Kohli: “Fire.”
- Rohit Sharma: “He is everybody’s man.”
However, when the name Jasprit Bumrah was presented, the actor inadvertently confused the sport, identifying the celebrated cricket pacer as a footballer. The clip of the interaction was shared almost instantly across X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, sparking a frenzy of reactions, memes, and fan discussions about the actor’s momentary lapse in memory.
Recognizing that the error had quickly spiralled, Ram Charan took to his official social media handle to set the record straight immediately. He reached out to Bumrah, acknowledging the mistake and emphasizing that it was a simple, human error brought on by the high-octane energy of the event.
“Uff… I’m genuinely so forgetful with names sometimes,” the actor posted on X. “Apologies to @Jaspritbumrah93 Ji for the mix-up — it was a genuine human error in the middle of all the excitement and the crowd.”
Uff… I’m genuinely so forgetful with names sometimes.
Apologies to @Jaspritbumrah93 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…
— Ram Charan (@AlwaysRamCharan) May 23, 2026
He further solidified his admiration for the cricketer, adding that he is a massive fan of Bumrah’s performance on the field and holds the pacer in the highest regard. The prompt and sincere apology was widely appreciated by fans of both the actor and the cricketer, effectively diffusing the situation.
The music launch in Bhopal marked a significant milestone for the promotional campaign of Peddi. The film, which has been generating buzz for its grand scale and high-production value, is directed by the talented Buchi Babu Sana.
With a music score composed by AR Rahman and a star-studded cast including Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, the film is positioned as one of the major cinematic highlights of the 2026 summer season. The team is currently on a multi-city tour to build anticipation ahead of the film’s official theatrical release on June 4, 2026.
With the Peddi team back on track with their promotional duties, the focus shifts from the viral gaffe back to the film’s upcoming release. Ram Charan’s ability to own his mistake and apologize directly has been met with positive sentiment from the cricketing and film communities alike.
As for the Indian cricket team and Jasprit Bumrah, they remain the focus of the nation’s attention, while fans await what promises to be a visual spectacle when Peddi hits theaters this June.
