Kannappa Release Date: Kannappa is getting ready to rock the big screens very soon. Fueled by an incredible tale based on historic worship mixed with today’s most advanced imaging, this massive experience marries magnificent storytelling to an all-star global ensemble led by Vishnu Manchu, Akshay Kumar, Prabhas and Mohanlal. From its spiritual heart to its pan-India movie ambition, Kannappa guarantees a sweeping cinematic expertise that’s as grand as it’s emotionally uplifting. Here’s all you need to know before you book your ticket.
Kannappa Release Date
Kannappa is a mythological action drama that tells the legendary story of Thinnadu, a tribal warrior who evolves from being an atheist to becoming a fervent devotee of Lord Shiva. Inspired by actual folklore from Andhra Pradesh and the legendary Srikalahasti temple, the narrative weaves a beautiful tapestry of devotion, metamorphosis, and heroism creating a spiritually stirring and emotionally electrifying experience for audiences all over India and around the world.
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— Vishnu Manchu (@iVishnuManchu) November 22, 2023
The film is currently scheduled to be released universally in theatres on June 27, 2025. Originally set to come out in April, the release was pushed back in order to nail down some of the impressive visual effects. Kannappa is being dubbed and released in six languages.
Runtime & Certification
According to certified clearing agents from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), “Kannappa” has been issued a UA certificate, indicating approval for viewers aged 13 and older with parental guidance.
Depending on regional versions, the runtime of the film varies from 2 hours 50 minutes to 3 hours 2 minutes. Editor Anthony Gonsalvez noted that even though the film was long, it still ended up having a “brisk and engaging pace.”
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Star-Studded Cast
The film features an impressive pan-India cast that brings together legends from multiple film industries:
- Vishnu Manchu as Kannappa/Thinnadu (also the story writer and producer)
- Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva (his Telugu debut)
- Mohanlal as Kirata, a divine hunter form of Shiva
- Prabhas as Rudra – a fierce and powerful Vedic deity with around 45 minutes of screen time
- Kajal Aggarwal as Goddess Parvati
- Other supporting roles include Mohan Babu, Sarathkumar, Brahmanandam, Madhoo, Rahul Madhav, and Arpit Ranka
Crew & Production
- Director: Mukesh Kumar Singh
- Writers: Vishnu Manchu, Paruchuri Gopalakrishna, Sai Madhav Burra
- Cinematography: Sheldon Chau (Hollywood fame)
- Music: Stephen Devassy and Mani Sharma
- Editor: Anthony Gonsalvez
- Produced by: Mohan Babu under AVA Entertainment & 24 Frames Factory
The exotic locations it filmed in, including New Zealand, have allowed the film to achieve a fantastical, internationally appealing aesthetic. Key sequences are highlighted by visceral battle sequences and mystical imagery, brought to life through state-of-the-art VFX.
Streaming Platforms
Following its run in theaters, “Kannappa” should be available on-demand, exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, starting in August of 2025. So if you don’t catch it in theatres, you’ll still be able to feel the mythic magic from your couch.
Kannappa is more than a film. It’s a celebration of Indian mythology, devotion, and sheer cinematic ambition. No matter if you love action, love emotional moments, or love spirituality, this epic looks to take you to the next level in every aspects.
