Vishnu Manchu talks about the impactful roles of Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, and Mohanlal in Kannappa: If you think the stars are just there for namesake...

Role of stars in Kannappa

Vishnu Manchu is all set for the release of his highly anticipated grand mythological film, Kannappa. During an interview, the actor has addressed concerns regarding the screen time of some of the film’s big-name stars, ensuring fans that their roles in the movie are much more than mere fleeting appearances.

Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, the movie is an action-packed drama inspired by the legendary tale of Kannappa, an atheist hunter who becomes a devoted worshipper of Lord Shiva. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, and Mohanlal, in significant roles that promise to leave a lasting impact on audiences.

In a recent interview with 123Telugu, Vishnu Manchu clarified the screen time of the big stars featured in the film. He assured fans that these stars are not merely making brief cameo appearances but are playing substantial roles that will resonate throughout the story. He stated, “If you think the stars are just there for namesake, then you are absolutely wrong. People will definitely say the stars got more scope than their own films. They are just not restricted to cameos. You are wrong if you think they will be present hardly for 2-3 minutes.”

Vishnu plays the titular character, Kannappa, whose unwavering devotion to Lord Shiva leads him to sacrifice his own eyes as an act of faith. Prabhas is set to appear as Rudra, while Akshay Kumar will portray Lord Shiva, with Mohanlal also taking on a significant role. Kajal Aggarwal joins the cast as Goddess Parvati. The star-studded lineup promises an epic cinematic experience for fans of both mythology and action films.

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Scheduled for release on April 25, 2025, Kannappa will be available in six languages—Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, and English—allowing it to reach a wide audience across India and beyond.

The film’s music is composed by Stephen Devassy, with additional contributions from Mani Sharma. Cinematography is handled by Sheldon Chau, while Kecha choreographs the action sequences. Dance numbers are directed by Prabhu Deva, Ganesh, and Brinda, ensuring that the film will be a visual and auditory feast.