Kannappa is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language Hindu epic devotional film
directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, written by Vishnu Manchu, and produced by
Mohan Babu. It is based on the legend of Kannappa in Hinduism, a devotee of
god Shiva. The film stars Vishnu Manchu in the title role, with an ensemble
cast of Mohanlal, Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, Kajal Aggarwal, Preity Mukhundhan,
Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Brahmanandam, Brahmaji, Siva Balaji,
Kaushal Manda, Rahul Madhav, Devaraj, Mukesh Rishi, Raghu Babu, and Madhoo in
supporting roles.
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.