The highly anticipated film Kannappa, starring Vishnu Manchu, has been making waves with its massive ensemble cast and grand scale. A few weeks ago, the film announced its release date of April 25, 2025. On Monday, Vishnu Manchu unveiled a new character poster from the movie, featuring the legendary actor Mohanlal in the role of Kirata. The poster showcases Mohanlal’s character as the "Master of the Pashupatastra," and "the victor over the victorious," highlighting the powerful role he plays in the story.
Vishnu Manchu, who stars in the lead role, expressed his excitement about sharing the screen with Mohanlal, calling it an honor. He posted on social media, "I had the honor of sharing the screen space with one of the greatest actors of our time. This entire sequence will be explosive." The film’s tagline further amplifies Mohanlal's impressive role: “The legendary Kirata of the forest."
Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, Kannappa is a mythological drama based on the life of the Shiva devotee, Kannappa. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Madhoo, R Sarathkumar, Preity Mukundhan, Rahul Ramakrishna, Brahmanandam, and Mohan Babu, who is also producing the film. Special appearances are made by Akshay Kumar, Kajal Aggarwal, and Prabhas.
The technical team behind Kannappa includes cinematographer Seldon Chau, editor Anthony Gonsalvez, and composer Stephen Devassy. The action sequences are choreographed by Kecha Khamphakdee, ensuring high-octane moments throughout the film.
Bankrolled by 24 Frames Factory, the film is set to release in multiple languages, including Telugu, Hindi, English, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada. The makers aim to bring this mythological epic to audiences worldwide with a multi-language release.
Kannappa promises to be a visual spectacle, with a compelling story that brings together some of the biggest names in Indian cinema. The film’s release is eagerly awaited, with fans excited to see the stellar performances and stunning action sequences that are sure to make it a blockbuster.
