Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has set foot in Hyderabad for his first-ever Telugu movie, “Kannappa.” The actor’s arrival has sparked excitement among fans, who eagerly await his role in the Vishnu Manchu-starrer.
Akshay Arrives in Hyderabad for New Adventure
Vishnu Manchu, the lead actor of “Kannappa,” took to social media to share the thrilling news of Akshay Kumar joining the cast. In a post on his official page, Manchu expressed his excitement, welcoming Kumar to the Telugu film industry. While details about Kumar’s character remain a mystery, the buzz suggests that he might portray the revered deity, Lord Shiva.
About Kannappa
“Kannappa” narrates the true story of an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva, Kannappa. As fans speculate about Kumar’s role, many express their hopes of seeing him don the attire of Lord Shiva once again, reminiscing about his portrayal as a messenger of the divine in the past.
Akshay Kumar’s Journey as a Messenger of Lord Shiva
In the 2023 release “OMG 2” alongside Pankaj Tripathi, Akshay Kumar mesmerized audiences with his portrayal of a messenger of Lord Shiva. His depiction, complete with long dreadlocks and Shiva-inspired accessories, left a lasting impression on viewers.
Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and produced under Manchu’s banners AVA Entertainment and 24 Frames Factory, “Kannappa” boasts an ensemble cast featuring industry stalwarts like Preity Mukhundhan, Mohanlal, Prabhas, and more. The film promises to take audiences on an unforgettable cinematic journey across languages, with releases planned in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, and English.
While fans anticipate Kumar’s Telugu debut, they continue to revel in his latest action-packed release, “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan.” Teaming up with Tiger Shroff, Kumar delivers death-defying stunts and high-octane action sequences in this adrenaline-pumping adventure. The film, also starring Prithviraj Sukumaran as the antagonist Kabir, has captivated audiences across multiple languages.
Produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Jackky Bhagnani, Himanshu Kishan Mehra, and Zafar, “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan” has made waves not only in Hindi but also in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.
As Akshay Kumar embarks on his Telugu cinema journey with “Kannappa,” fans eagerly anticipate witnessing his portrayal of the iconic figure in Hindu mythology. With the film set to release in multiple languages, the anticipation continues to mount, promising an unforgettable cinematic experience for audiences worldwide.
