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Kannappa Secures 5,400-Screen Global Release for June 27 Debut

The makers have warned of legal action to protect the film’s image ahead of its June 27 release.

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Vishnu Manchu plays Lord Shiva's devotee in Kannappa.
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Overview

  • Advance bookings opened in North America on June 23 and in India on June 25 ahead of its worldwide rollout.
  • The film will release on more than 5,400 screens globally, including over 4,300 in India and 1,100 overseas with record-breaking U.S. premiere shows.
  • Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, it stars Vishnu Manchu as Kannappa and features Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva with key cameos by Prabhas and Mohanlal.
  • The CBFC granted a U/A certificate after the makers voluntarily removed about 12 minutes of footage, finalizing a runtime near 2 hours and 50 minutes.
  • With a box office clash against Kajol’s Maa, the makers have warned of legal action against defamation as Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn traded goodwill messages.