RRR co-stars Ram Charan and Jr NTR just served fans another reminder of why their off-screen camaraderie still headlines pop culture conversations. In a fun, rapid-fire segment on an automobile chat show, Charan picked Tarak as the one actor he’d trust for an adrenaline-heavy ride—then instantly followed it up with a roast: “I think NTR is a crazy, mad driver.”
And it didn’t stop there. Charan said friends who’ve sat in Jr NTR’s passenger seat have shared “very weird experiences”—and he’s had one of those rides himself.
The moment that sparked it all: “250 kmph, who would you trust?”
Ram Charan appeared on the Season 2 finale of the car talk show Cars With Stars, where he was asked a high-octane question: If you had to sit in the passenger seat while someone drove at 250 kmph, which actor would you trust?
Charan didn’t hesitate—he named Jr NTR. Then came the punchline that’s now everywhere online:
- “I think NTR is a crazy, mad driver.”
- He added he’s heard from friends about “very weird experiences” after riding with Tarak.
- He also said he’s had one experience himself.
- Yet, in the same breath, Charan called him “the safest of the lot.”
In short: wild driving energy, but with control—at least according to Charan.
“Weird experiences” in the passenger seat: what Charan hinted at
Charan didn’t spell out the exact stories (and perhaps that’s what makes it funnier), but the idea was clear: Jr NTR’s driving style leaves an impression.
He also mentioned something many celebs say casually but rarely admit publicly—he prefers driving himself rather than sitting as a passenger, because it’s hard to trust someone else with the wheel.
That’s why his choice of Jr NTR—despite calling him “mad”—landed as a genuine compliment wrapped in friendly teasing.
Why fans are loving it: the RRR bond remains undefeated
There’s a reason this clip has struck a chord beyond a simple “who drives best” question. Ram Charan and Jr NTR’s friendship has become a fan-favourite subplot since RRR, and every casual anecdote reinforces that comfort level.
This wasn’t shade. It was classic best-friend energy: pick your guy first, then roast him immediately.
Charan also refused to name any actor he’d never sit in a car with—keeping the vibe clean and avoiding unnecessary controversy.
The bigger picture: two stars, two massive 2026 tickets
While the internet is busy replaying the “mad driver” line, both actors are lining up big 2026 releases.
Ram Charan: Peddi locked for March 2026
Charan’s upcoming film Peddi has been repeatedly reported as slated for a March 2026 theatrical release, with coverage noting March 27, 2026 as the date.
Jr NTR: Prashanth Neel project aimed at June 2026
Jr NTR’s highly anticipated film with Prashanth Neel (often referred to as NTRNeel) has been reported with a June 25, 2026 release date.
So yes—while fans enjoy the banter, the professional momentum is very real.
Swadesi takeaway
Ram Charan’s comment works because it hits the perfect entertainment sweet spot: a viral one-liner, a glimpse of real friendship, and a harmless roast that ends in praise. Calling Jr NTR a “crazy, mad driver” might sound dramatic—until you hear the tag that matters most: “safest of the lot.”
With Peddi and NTRNeel positioned as major 2026 events, this clip is also a timely reminder: RRR’s two megastars are still sharing headlines—even when the topic is just a car ride.
By – Juhi