Another epic tale is set to grace the silver screen with ‘Kannappa’ (the debut film of Dr. Rajakumar as the hero), now featuring the renowned Hindi cinema actor Akshay Kumar.
‘Kannappa’ is being prepared for release in multiple languages, and since the announcement of this grand cinematic venture, there has been a significant buzz. Vishnu Manchu portrays the lead role in the movie, directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh. The first glimpse of ‘Kannappa’ has already piqued interest, and now, with the addition of Akshay Kumar to the ensemble, anticipation grows.
Akshay Kumar makes his entry into Tollywood with his involvement in ‘Kannappa,’ quietly joining the movie’s filming.
Following the recent success of his Bollywood film ‘Bade Mia Chote Mia,’ Akshay Kumar has immersed himself in the filming of ‘Kannappa.’ Alongside him, Vishnu Manchu will also be featured in thrilling climax action scenes. Filming is underway on a grand scale, with a vast set constructed in Hyderabad.
Expressing his excitement, actor Vishnu Manchu remarked, “It’s thrilling to work with Akshay. We’ll be sharing the screen in the film’s climax, and shooting action scenes with him is an exhilarating experience. With Akshay Kumar joining our team, ‘Kannappa’ is set to emerge as a true pan-India film.”
Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, ‘Kannappa’ has sparked immense curiosity and expectations among audiences, not just for its star-studded cast but also for its technical crew. Presently, Tollywood’s pan-India superstar Prabhas, Malayalam’s beloved actor Mohanlal, and Sandalwood’s Sivarajakumar are part of the project. Additionally, Mohan Babu, Sarath Kumar, and Brahmanandam are among the cast. The technical team includes Hollywood cinematographer Sheldon Chow, action director Kecha Khamphakdee, and dance maestro Prabhudeva.