The Indian pan-India film Kannappa, directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and featuring a stellar cast including Vishnu Manchu, Prabhas, Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar, and Kajal Aggarwal, was released in theaters on June 27, 2025.
Kannappa OTT Release: Vishnu Manchu's highly anticipated mythological film 'Kannappa' is now expected to premiere on an OTT platform very soon. Released in cinemas on June 27, 2025, this big-budget film generated considerable excitement among audiences, largely due to the presence of major stars like Akshay Kumar, Mohanlal, and Prabhas.
However, the film didn't perform exceptionally well at the box office. Now, the makers have decided to release it on OTT, aiming to reach a wider digital audience.
On which OTT platform will 'Kannappa' be released?
According to media reports, 'Kannappa' may be released on Amazon Prime Video on July 25, 2025. However, there has been no official confirmation from either the film's producers or Amazon. If this news proves accurate, the film will be available on OTT just four weeks after its theatrical release, which is not uncommon in today's digital age.
Why wasn't an OTT deal finalized earlier?
When Vishnu Manchu was questioned about an OTT deal before the film's release, he clarified that he had deliberately not finalized the OTT rights in advance. Vishnu Manchu stated: "I have a lot of freedom because my film will not come on OTT before 10 weeks. That is my agreement, and by God's grace, I don't have any release pressure."
My only objective is to show the audience the best film. But it seems that the makers have decided on an early OTT release, given the film's box office performance.
Which stars are in the film?
'Kannappa' is a mythological film in which Vishnu Manchu appears in the lead role. Along with him, the film features:
- Mohan Babu
- R. Sarathkumar
- Preeti Mukundan
- Arpit Ranka
- Brahmanandam
- Brahmaji
- Shiva Balaji
- Kaushal Manda
In addition, superstars like Mohanlal, Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, and Kajal Aggarwal have made cameo appearances in the film, which was a surprise element for the audience.
How was 'Kannappa's performance at the box office?
Despite featuring glimpses of such big stars, the film failed to make a significant impact at the box office. 'Kannappa' earned only ₹32.93 crore in India, which is considered quite low considering its cost and promotion. Although the film was praised for its visuals and mythological narrative, it failed to captivate audiences due to its weak script and slow pace.
OTT platforms have emerged as a new hope for filmmakers, especially for films that do not perform well in theaters. The makers of 'Kannappa' are also hoping for a better response from digital audiences on OTT.
