'Kannappa' poster: Akshay Kumar's fierce Lord Shiva look unveiled!
The first look poster of Akshay Kumar's upcoming mythological drama, Kannappa, was unveiled on Monday as a special treat for the actor's fans on his 57th birthday. In this highly-anticipated film, Kumar is set to portray the revered Hindu deity, Lord Shiva. The official handle of 24 Frames Factory shared their birthday wishes for Kumar and expressed admiration for his portrayal of Lord Shiva in Kannappa.
'Kannappa' marks Kumar's debut in Telugu cinema
Kannappa, directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and produced by Mohan Babu, delves into the legendary tale of Kannappa, a devout follower of Lord Shiva. This film marks a significant milestone in Kumar's career as it is his debut in Telugu cinema. The actor will be joined by an impressive cast led by Vishnu Manchu, alongside Mohanlal, Prabhas, and Kajal Aggarwal who will make special appearances.
Take a look at the poster here
'Kannappa' to be released in multiple languages
While Kannappa was initially shot in Telugu, it is slated to be dubbed and released in various languages including Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, and English. Although the exact release date remains unconfirmed as of now, it is anticipated to hit theaters in December 2024. Fans are eagerly awaiting Kumar's interpretation of Lord Shiva and the epic story of Kannappa on the big screen.
Teaser of 'Kannappa' offers glimpse into storyline
In addition to the first look poster, earlier, a teaser of Kannappa was also released, offering a sneak peek into the storyline and characters. The teaser depicted attempts to steal the Vayulingam, with Kannappa (played by Manchu) protecting the idol from theft. It also featured glimpses of the star-studded cast including Kumar, Mohanlal, and Prabhas. The teaser of Kannappa was screened at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival last month, where it garnered an overwhelmingly positive response.