Kannappa - It's a wrap for Vishnu Manchu’s mythological drama

The shoot of Telugu actor Vishnu Manchu’s upcoming magnum opus mythological drama Kannapa has wrapped up. The makers of the film had earlier released a striking first-look poster of the much-anticipated film, showcasing Vishnu Manchu as the warrior. Audiences responded favorably to the poster. Mukesh Kumar Singh, a popular actor from the Mahabharata series, makes his directorial debut in Telugu with the drama. Vishnu’s father, actor Mohan Babu, is bankrolling the project under Ava Entertainment and 24 Frames Factory banners.

Led by Vishnu Manchu, a unit of 600 talented actors and technicians from New Zealand, Thailand, and India have finished their 90-day first shooting schedule in New Zealand. The team is now heading back to India after filming in the beautiful landscapes of New Zealand.

While revealing the first-look poster, the makers wrote, “Step into the world of Kannappa where the journey of an atheist Warrior to becoming Lord Shiva’s ultimate devotee comes to life.” (sic). In the poster, Vishnu plays an archer, gracefully holding a bow in a breathtaking pose. The actor has flowing locks in a mountainous region with a waterbody resembling a Shivalingam.

A star-studded movie cast for Kannappa

Kannappa has a star-studded cast that includes Mohan Babu, Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Prabhas. Earlier, the makers had announced that Kollywood actor Sarath Kumar was roped in for the film. Expressing excitement about the update and sharing images of Mohan Babu and Sarath Kumar, the production houses wrote, “Two superstars, the legends ‘Pedarayudu', Mohan Babu Sir and Sarath Kumar Sir, unite for 'Kannappa' in New Zealand. Adding their immense star power to this highly anticipated Indian cinematic extravaganza. Get ready for a legendary tale of devotion and grandeur!” (sic).

Helmed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, the majority of the film unfolds against the backdrop of New Zealand’s breathtaking landscapes, with the camera cranked by Hollywood cinematographer Sheldon Chau. The music for the upcoming drama is scored by Stephen Devassy and Mani Sharma. The movie is set to be a pan-India project and will be dubbed in multiple languages. The makers are aiming for a mid-2024 theatrical release.

With plethora of period dramas awaiting this 2024, it is certain that Vishnu Manchu's Kannappa is going to be a huge treat to the cinema lovers for its huge star cast and narrative. However, will the clash of all period dramas affect the movie business in 2024? Overall, we hope to see all the big stars in one frame in this exciting mythological drama.

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