Vishnu Manchu credits Prabhas for the strong opening of 'Kannappa,' saying, "I have no ego in accepting that"
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Manchu's latest mythological venture, 'Kannappa,' may have received positive and some mixed reviews, but the film has also delivered the biggest opening of the actor's career.
Released last weekend, the film managed decent numbers at the box office with the much-added boost of the star cameos and particularly of Prabhas' much-hyped brief appearance.
As per a report by the Hindustan Times, speaking to the press during the weekend, Vishnu didn't shy away from giving full credit to the superstar. "100%. "I believe that," he said when asked if 'Kannappa's' strong opening was due to Prabhas. He then further mentioned that people might think that due to the film's subject, the movie had such a response; however, he said, "I have no ego in accepting that we only got these openings because of my brother Prabhas.
I know that. It is only because we cast him that people came to watch 'Kannappa' and have learned the lore. So, it's only because of my brother."
Vishnu also said that it was not just Prabhas' entry that changed the course of the film. "Everyone is saying the film switches after Prabhas' entry. But that's not where it changes," Vishnu explained. He mentioned a pivotal scene between himself and R. Sarathkumar as the true turning point where audiences connect deeply with the story.
"The scene between Sarathkumar and me, the conversation between us, that's where people are connecting to the film.
Of course, because of Prabhas' craze and stardom, everyone is crediting him for it. But that scene is where it all starts, and it only gets better after Prabhas' entry."
The mythological epic, directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, features Vishnu in the lead as Thinnadu, a warrior who transforms into Lord Shiva's greatest devotee, Kannappa. The film also features Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar,
, Preity Mukhundhan, Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, and others in pivotal roles.
As per the trade analyst Sacnilk, 'Kannappa' has collected over Rs 23 crore on its first weekend in India.
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