'Kannappa': Vishnu Manchu roars as fierce warrior in star-studded teaser
What's the story
The upcoming Telugu drama Kannappa has piqued public interest with its star-studded cast. Based on the legend of Kannappa, a significant figure in Hinduism, the film is set to release on April 25, 2025. Ahead of its theatrical release, the makers have released a special teaser giving insights into the characters and narrative. The 1-minute and 24-second long clip showcases the life of village warrior Kannappa who is determined to protect his tribe from another warring community.
Special appearances
'Kannappa' teaser highlights star-studded cameos
The teaser, released on Saturday, gives a sneak peek into the characters that make this legendary tale come alive. Manchu plays the mighty Kannappa with a mix of bravery, valor, and strength. The teaser also gives a quick look at special cameos by popular actors from different industries, such as Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva, Kajal Aggarwal as Devi Parvati, Mohanlal as Kirrata, and Prabhas as Rudra. Mukesh Kumar Singh has directed the film.
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A journey from warrior to immortal devotee! The legend of #Kannappa🏹 begins – Teaser-2 out now!https://t.co/WZFQqmmEsg#KannappaTeaser2 #Harharmahadev pic.twitter.com/2q8JeSEoVh
— Vishnu Manchu (@iVishnuManchu) March 1, 2025
Unpaid cameos
Prabhas and Mohanlal's cameo in 'Kannappa' was unpaid
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Manchu revealed that neither Prabhas nor Mohanlal took any remuneration or fees for their roles in Kannappa. He said, "Both Prabhas and Mohanlal sir did not need any convincing. They were happy to shoot whenever, and they did it out of love for my dad. In fact, they both did not charge a single penny."