A Promotional event in Chennai for Kannappa, a Telugu fantasy film directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, based on the legend of Kannappa, a devotee of Shiva, starring Vishnu Manchu and featuring Pan-Indian cameos by Mohanlal, Prabhas, and Akshay Kumar, who debuted in Telugu cinema without remuneration.
The backdrop showcases the film’s mythological theme with character posters, reflecting its 2nd-century setting, for which the team scouted unpolluted, scenic locations like New Zealand, Ireland, and Canada, highlighting the extensive effort in worldbuilding over nearly a decade.
Launched on August 18, 2023, at Srikalahasteeswara temple, the film is produced by Mohan Babu under 24 Frames Factory, with music by Stephen Devassy, blending regional cinema with a broader Indian appeal through its star-studded cast and mythological narrative.
