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Jun 21, 2025
Vishnu Manchu equates Kannappa to 'Lord of the Rings'
Vishnu Manchu is bringing Kannappa to the big screen, a film that follows the journey of an atheist who becomes Lord Shiva's biggest devotee.
Featuring Mohanlal, Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, and Kajal Aggarwal, this project has been in the works since 2014 and is inspired by a true story that caught Manchu's imagination both spiritually and creatively.
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'Kannappa' aims to showcase Indian mythology on global stage
Directed by Mahabharat's Mukesh Kumar Singh, Kannappa took nearly 10 years to develop, with special attention to storyboarding and character depth.
Manchu says Singh brought emotional layers to the story and likens the film's scale to The Lord of the Rings.
Kannappa aims to showcase Indian mythology on a global stage with an ensemble cast.