Malayalam superstar Mohanlal is going to win the hearts of viewers with his role of Kirata in the much-awaited mythological drama Kannappa, starring Vishnu Manchu. The first-look character poster of Mohanlal was unveiled today, December 16, which created a buzz among the fans. This cameo role adds more strength to the film that boasts of stars like Akshay Kumar, Prabhas, and Kajal Aggarwal in important roles.
In the poster, Mohanlal’s Kirata is shown as the master of the mighty Pashupatastra, emitting an intense and commanding presence. Wearing tribal attire, braided hair, face paint, and a sword enhances his rugged and fierce look. His intense design hints at the importance of the character in the film’s narrative, although a cameo, adding gravity to this mythological epic.
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Actor Vishnu Manchu shared the poster on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “‘KIRATA’! The legend Sri. Mohanlal in #Kannappa. I had the honor of sharing the screen space with one of the greatest actors of our time. This entire sequence will be [explosion emojis] @Mohanlal.”
‘KIRATA’! The legend Sri. Mohanlal in #Kannappa. I had the honor of sharing the screen space with one of the greatest Actor of our time. This entire sequence will be ! @Mohanlal pic.twitter.com/q9imkDZIxz
— Vishnu Manchu (@iVishnuManchu) December 16, 2024
About Kannappa
A mythological drama directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and produced by veteran actor-producer Mohan Babu, father of Vishnu Manchu, Kannappa has in its store the inspirational story of Kannappa who has dedicated himself to worship Lord Shiva with unparalleled devotion. Promising a healthy dose of spirituality and epic splendor.
The film boasts of an ensemble star cast including industry stalwarts Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Kaushal Manda, Rahul Madhav, and Devaraj in meaty supporting roles apart from his special appearance. Shot over New Zealand, Hyderabad, and all such beautiful locations, it has been planned to be visually lavish.
Release Date
Scheduled to be released on April 25, 2025, Kannappa will be a cinematic experience that leaves the audience emotionally moved by stunning visuals, a powerful narrative, and stellar performances. The anticipation for this ambitious project is high, and everyone expects it to be a benchmark for mythological dramas in Indian cinema.
