The makers of Kannappalaunched the trailer for the highly-anticipated film. Starring Vishnu Manchu within the lead and superstars Akshay Kumar, Prabhas and Mohanlal in cameo roles, the pan-Indian film will hit the screens worldwide on June 27, 2025.

Vishnu Manchu performs Thinnadu higher often known as Bhaktha Kannappa, a fearless warrior who transforms into Lord Shiva’s final devotee. Akshay Kumar performs Lord Shiva whereas Prabhas essays the function of Rudra. Mohanlal shall be seen within the movie as Kirata.
The makers described their movie as, “A powerful retelling of the historic and devotional saga of a simple hunter whose ultimate sacrifice became legend. Kannappa takes you into the world of faith, timeless courage, and divine connection.”
The two minutes and 54 seconds trailer hints at a visible extravaganza. The film makes an attempt to spotlight the non secular heritage of India.
Controversy
Recently, an government producer of Kannappa filed a criticism on the Film Nagar police station in Hyderabad, alleging the theft of a tough disk containing the film’s VFX visuals. “Credible intelligence has recently emerged that individuals who stole the hard disk are planning to leak over 90 minutes of unreleased footage online in a desperate attempt to derail the release of Kannappa,” stated the makers in a press release.
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Vishnu’s father, Mohan Babu, is the producer of the magnum opus. Kajal Aggarwal, Preity Mukundhan, Brahmanandham and Sarath Kumar are the opposite actors within the film. Kannappa, produced by the banners Twenty Four Frames Factory and AVA Entertainment, is directed by Mahesh Kumar Singh. Vishnu has written the story and screenplay of the film.
Published – June 14, 2025 07:20 pm IST