
The highly anticipated Telugu historical drama Kannappa, starring Vishnu Manchu, is set to hit theaters on April 25. Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, the film narrates the extraordinary journey of a fearless hunter, Thinnadu, who transforms from an atheist into one of Lord Shiva’s greatest devotees, ultimately offering his own eyes in devotion.
Star-Cast Teaser Unveiled
The latest teaser of Kannappa has taken fans by storm, offering glimpses of Vishnu Manchu, Akshay Kumar, Prabhas, Kajal Aggarwal, and Mohanlal. The teaser showcases an intense narrative where war and loss shake Kannappa’s beliefs, setting the stage for an epic spiritual transformation.
Akshay Kumar’s Grand Telugu Debut as Lord Shiva
The second teaser, recently launched in Mumbai, featured Akshay Kumar and actress Madhu. Akshay, making his Telugu debut, stuns as Lord Shiva, while Prabhas as Rudra steals the show in the final moments of the teaser. His divine avatar has already gone viral on social media, sparking excitement among fans.

Mohanlal as Kirata & Kajal Aggarwal as Goddess Parvati
Mohanlal portrays Kirata, the tribal leader and master of Pashupatastra, while Kajal Aggarwal plays Goddess Parvati, who initially questions whether Kannappa, an atheist, can truly become a devotee of Lord Shiva. Meanwhile, Prabhas plays Rudra, a divine guardian serving Lord Shiva, adding to the film’s mythological depth.
A Grand Cinematic Spectacle with a ₹100 Crore Budget
With an estimated budget of ₹100 crore, Kannappa promises breathtaking visuals and a stellar cast. The film will release in Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, and Malayalam. Apart from the lead actors, the film also features Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Kaushal Manda, Rahul Madhav, Devaraj, Mukesh Rishi, Brahmanandam, Raghu Babu, Preeti Mukundan, and Madhu Mohanlal in key supporting roles.
With its powerful storyline and legendary cast, Kannappa is all set to create waves in the world of Indian cinema.