Shiva Rajkumar Rumored to Join Cast of Manchu Vishnu’s ‘Kannappa’

There are speculations that acclaimed actor Shiva Rajkumar, known for his role in 'Ghost,' will also play a prominent part in 'Kannappa.'

  • Maheswara Rao Nadella | Updated On - October 12, 2023 / 04:41 PM IST

Manchu Vishnu, known for his versatile acting, is set to star in the Telugu action-adventure drama film ‘Kannappa,’ directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh. The film, which created a buzz when it was announced in August, has already generated significant excitement among fans.

Earlier reports indicated that the shooting for ‘Kannappa’ had commenced in New Zealand, with additional schedules planned in Andhra Pradesh and Hyderabad. The film has also been rumoured to feature prominent actors such as Prabhas, Mohanlal, and Nayanthara, with Vishnu’s father, Mohan Babu, playing a crucial role.

In a recent update related to the film, some speculations acclaimed actor Shiva Rajkumar, known for his role in ‘Ghost,’ will also play a prominent part in ‘Kannappa.’ However, official confirmation from the film’s makers is yet to be received.

Here’s What We Know About ‘Kannappa’ So Far ‘Kannappa’ is described as an action-adventure drama based on the true story of Bhakta Kannappa, a devout follower of Lord Shiva. The story’s initial development was credited to Tanikella Bharani, with a screenplay by V. Vijayendra Prasad, Paruchuri Gopala Krishna, G. Nageswara Reddy, Thota Prasad, and Sainath Thotapalli. The film is being produced by Mohan Babu under the banners of 24 Frames Factory and AVA Entertainments. The music for ‘Kannappa’ is composed by Mani Sharma and Stephen Devassy.

What’s Next for Shiva Rajkumar Shiva Rajkumar is set to appear in the upcoming heist action thriller film ‘Ghost,’ directed by MG Srinivas. The movie features an ensemble cast including Jayaram, Anupam Kher, Prashant Narayanan, and more, and is scheduled for release on October 19.

Additionally, Shiva Rajkumar is also part of Dhanush’s upcoming film ‘Captain Miller,’ directed by Arun Matheswaran. The film is slated to hit theatres on December 15, adding to the anticipation of Shiva Rajkumar’s fans.

Note: This article provides insights into the rumoured addition of Shiva Rajkumar to the cast of ‘Kannappa,’ along with background information about the film and Shiva Rajkumar’s upcoming projects in the Telugu film industry.

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