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Directed by | Mukesh Kumar Singh |
Screenplay by | Vishnu Manchu |
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Produced by | Mohan Babu |
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Cinematography | Sheldon Chau |
Edited by | Anthony |
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Country | India |
Language | Telugu[1] |
Budget | ₹100–200 crore[2][3] |
Kannappa is an upcoming Indian Telugu-language Hindu mythological film directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and produced by Mohan Babu. It is based on the legend of Kannappa, a devotee of Hindu god Shiva. The film stars Vishnu Manchu in the titular role.[4] Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Kaushal Manda, Rahul Madhav, Devaraj, Mukesh Rishi, Brahmanandam,[5] Raghu Babu, Preity Mukhundhan and Madhoo play supporting roles, alongside Mohanlal, Prabhas, Akshay Kumar (his Telugu film debut) and Kajal Aggarwal in cameo appearances.[6]
The film was formally launched on 18 August 2023. Principal photography began on 25 September 2023 in New Zealand. Stephen Devassy composed the original score and songs.