The release was delayed owing to additional time required for perfecting a crucial VFX-heavy sequence.
Published Apr 09, 2025 | 8:34 PM ⚊ Updated Apr 09, 2025 | 8:34 PM
'Kannappa' team meets UP CM Yogi Aithyanath. (X)
Manchu Vishnu’s mythological film Kannappa now has a new release date. The film, initially set to release on 25 April, will now release on 27 June.
The release was delayed owing to additional time required for perfecting a crucial VFX-heavy sequence.
Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and produced by Mohan Babu, the film is about a devotee of lord Shiva.
On Wednesday, Manchu Vishnu, Prabhudeva, and Mohan Babu met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adithyanath, and the later launched the film release date poster.
Sharing the photos of the same, the actor wrote on X: “Met one of my favorite Hero Sri. Yogi Adityanath ji. He was gracious to launch the date announcement poster of #Kannappa. Gifted him a painting of Ramesh Gorijala. Such a Humble and powerful aura he has. Kannappa on June 27th. #HarHarMahadev.”
Met one of my favorite Hero Sri. @myogiadityanath ji. He was gracious to launch the date announcement poster of #Kannappa. Gifted him a painting of Ramesh Gorijala. Such a Humble and powerful aura he has.
Kannappa on June 27th. #HarHarMahadev pic.twitter.com/8zBF2nZ828
— Vishnu Manchu (@iVishnuManchu) April 9, 2025
In an earlier note explaining the reason for the delay, he wrote: “Bringing #KANNAPPA to life has been an incredible journey, and we are committed to delivering a cinematic spectacle that meets the Highest Standards. To ensure this, we need a few more weeks to perfect a key episode requiring extensive VFX work. This means the release of the project will be a bit delayed.”
Vishnu Manchu is playing the titular role in the ambitious venture. His son Avram is making a debut in the flick.
The film also features Sarathkumar, Brahmanandam, Madhoo, Preity Mukundhan, Mukesh Rishi, and Tamannaah Bhatia, in key roles. Originally made in Telugu, it is dubbed in Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada.
Kannappa is described as a grand production that features stars from across the country, including Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, Mohanlal, and Kajal Aggarwal.
The action entertainer is based on the true story of Bhakta Kannappa, an atheist and brave warrior who later became a devoted follower of Lord Shiva.
Kannappa, a legendary figure in Telugu folklore, famously offered his eye to the deity. Saint Manickavasagar praised Kannappa Nayanar’s devotion in Thiruvasagam, acknowledging that his devotion did not match Kannappa Nayanar’s.
Produced by AVA Entertainment and 24 Frames Factory, the film boasts a talented crew ,including Hollywood cinematographer Sheldon Chau, action director Kecha Khamphakdee, editor Anthony Gonsalvez, and dance maestro Prabhudheva. Stephen Devassy is the film’s music composer.
Paruchuri Gopalakrishna, Burra Sai Madhav, and Thota Prasad penned the story.
