Kannappa (film)
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| Directed by | Mukesh Kumar Singh |
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| Based on | legend of Kannappa in Hinduism |
| Produced by | Mohan Babu |
| Starring | Vishnu Manchu |
| Cinematography | Sheldon Chau |
| Edited by | Anthony |
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| Distributed by | Asian Suresh Entertainment (Telangana & Andhra Pradesh) Sakthi Film Factory (Tamil Nadu) Aashirvad Cinemas (Kerala) Rockline Entertainments Showing Business (Karnataka) Pen Marudhar Entertainment (North India) Yash Raj Films Phars Film (International) |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
| Budget | ₹200 crore |
Kannappa is an upcoming Indian Telugu-language mythological action drama film directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and produced by Mohan Babu. It is based on the legend of Kannappa in Hinduism, a devotee of the god Shiva. The film stars Vishnu Manchu in the titular role. Supporting roles are played by Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Brahmanandam, Brahmaji, Siva Balaji, Kaushal Manda, Rahul Madhav, Devaraj, Mukesh Rishi, Raghu Babu, Preity Mukhundhan and Madhoo. The film also includes special cameo appearances by Mohanlal, Prabhas, Akshay Kumar (marking his Telugu film debut) and Kajal Aggarwal.
The film was formally launched on 18 August 2023. Principal photography began on 25 September 2023 in New Zealand. Stephen Devassy composed the original score and songs. Mohanlal and Prabhas didn't take any remuneration for their cameo roles which was mentioned by actor Vishnu Manchu in an interview.