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News18
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Kannappa Box Office Collection Day 1: Vishnu Manchu's Film Roars With Rs 9 Crore
Last Updated: Vishnu Manchu's Kannappa, featuring cameos by Akshay Kumar and Prabhas, earned Rs 9 crore nett across India on its opening day. Vishnu Manchu's Kannappa may not have opened to record-breaking numbers, but it sure made enough noise on day one. Seems like the cameos by Akshay Kumar and Prabhas worked in its favour. The Telugu mythological action drama hit theatres on Friday and, as per early estimates by earned Rs 9 crore nett across India. According to the report, Kannappa saw varied occupancy rates across regions on Friday—16.45 per cent in Tamil, 55.89 per cent in Telugu, 14.56 per cent in Hindi, 13.81 per cent in Kannada, and 7.20 per cent in Malayalam. While the film collected Rs 9 crore on its opening day, it still outperformed Kajol's Maa, which earned Rs 4.50 crore. In fact, Kannappa made nearly double of what Maa did, as per data from Maa also hit theatres on Friday, marking Kajol's much-awaited return to the big screen after a three-year break. Directed by Vishal Furia, the mythological horror thriller is produced by Ajay Devgn and Jyoti Deshpande, with Kumar Mangat Pathak serving as co-producer. A review by News18 of Kannappa read, 'The whole sequence and the visual effects are superbly done, an example of how far our cinema has evolved technologically. Back in the day, the same scene would've involved golden cardboard arrows moving at less than 24 frames per second. One arrow would spew fire, the opponent's would quench it with water. If one turned into a snake, the other would become its predator, an eagle. Mukesh Kumar Singh's Kannappa isn't weighed down by such age-old silliness. Here, the fight sequences and visuals look rich. However, if one were to read out the dialogues of Kannappa and any devotional film from the past one after the other, it would be hard to discern which is from 2025 and which is not." Kannappa is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language mythological devotional film directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh. The story, written by Vishnu Manchu—who also plays the titular role—is inspired by the legend of Kannappa, a devoted follower of Lord Shiva in Hindu mythology. The film is produced by veteran actor Mohan Babu and features a star-studded ensemble cast including Preity Mukhundhan, Kajal Aggarwal, Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Brahmanandam, Brahmaji, Siva Balaji, Kaushal Manda, Rahul Madhav, Devaraj, Mukesh Rishi, Raghu Babu, and Madhoo in key supporting roles. First Published:
The Hindu
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Kannappa' Day 1 box office: Vishnu Manchu's magnum opus off to a decent start
Kannappa, the big-budget devotional drama, hit the screens on June 27, 2025. The film, headlined by Vishnu Manchu, is produced by veteran Mohan Babu. The pan-Indian movie, originally shot in Telugu, released in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam. Kannappa stars Prabhas, Mohanlal, Kajal Aggarwal and Akshay Kumar in important cameos. Preity Mukundhan plays the female lead in the movie. Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, Kannappa tells the tale of Thinnadu (Vishnu Manchu), a fearless warrior who transforms into Lord Shiva's ultimate devotee. Bollywood star Akshay Kumar appears in the role of Lord Shiva. Mohanlal plays Kirata, while Prabhas essays Rudra. According to the portal Kannappa collected Rs 9 crore on the opening day. The Telugu occupancy for the film was 55.89 per cent. ALSO READ:'Kannappa' hard drive containing crucial movie VFX visuals gets 'stolen': The perpetrator's identity is known, say producers The Hindu review of the film said, 'With a sprawling ensemble that includes veterans like Madhoo, Brahmanandam, Sapthagiri, Brahmaji, Mukesh Rishi, and Aishwariyaa Bhaskaran, the film is overpopulated and underwritten. Of these, only Sarath Kumar and Mohan Babu leave a lasting impression. Vishnu Manchu finds his footing in the emotional climax, but by then, much of the momentum is already lost. Ultimately, Kannappa had a moving legend to build upon — a tale of unwavering faith and sacrifice. But what it needed was not more star power or visual gloss, but storytelling rooted in emotional clarity and cultural texture. In striving for grandeur, it forgets to tell the story that matters.'
Hindustan Times
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kannappa box office collection day 1: Akshay, Prabhas cameos help Vishnu Manchu film beat Kajol's Maa, opens at ₹9 crore
Kannappa box office collection day 1: The Vishnu Manchu-starrer didn't have a great opening in India but still managed to hold off competition, largely due to Akshay Kumar and Prabhas' cameos. As per Kannappa earned just ₹ 9 crore nett in India on day one, as per early estimates. The Telugu mythological film released in theatres on Friday. Kannappa box office collection day 1: Prabhas, Vishnu Manchu and Akshay Kumar in stills from the film. As per the report, the film had an overall 16.45% Tamil occupancy, 55.89% Telugu occupancy, 14.56% Hindi occupancy, 13.81% Kannada occupancy and 7.20% Malayalam occupancy on Friday. Though Kannappa earned only ₹ 9 crore on Friday, it managed to beat Kajol-starrer Maa, which earned ₹ 4.50 crore, according to It earned twice as much as Maa. Maa also released in theatres on Friday. Directed by Vishal Furia, Maa marks Kajol's return to the big screen after a three-year hiatus. Maa is produced by Ajay Devgn and Jyoti Deshpande and co-produced by Kumar Mangat Pathak. Kannappa X review Kannappa received mixed reviews from the audience. The VFX and the first half of the film received criticism, but a section of the people liked the film's second half. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), a person wrote, "Manchu Vishnu's performance is good and Mohan Babu garu and Mohanlal garu play decent roles. BGM and Devotion.' An X user said, "People whistled to Prabhas' dialogues. Vishnu portrayed emotions well, and especially in the second half, the mythology and visuals are good." 'Just watched #Kannappa. My Rating: 3.5/5. For the goosebump BGM in 2nd half – pure magic! #VishnuManchu's performance shines, especially in emotional scenes. #Prabhas & #MohanBabu's powerful presence takes it to another level. Half star for stunning visuals in the climax. 1st half is below average, slow & dull. 2nd half is a Super Blockbuster! Note: Must Watch for the epic 2nd half & performances!' a tweet read. About Kannappa Kannappa, directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, has been written by Vishnu and produced by Mohan Babu. It is based on the legend of Kannappa in Hinduism, a devotee of God Shiva. The film also stars Mohanlal, Preity Mukhundhan, Kajal Aggarwal, Mohan Babu, R Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Brahmanandam, Brahmaji, Siva Balaji, Kaushal Manda, and Rahul Madhav among others.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Aamir Khan To Face-Off Rajinikanth In 15-Min ‘Action-Packed' Cameo In Coolie?
Last Updated: Aamir Khan's character will appear in the final 15 minutes of Coolie, featuring high-octane, mass-appeal action scenes alongside Rajinikanth. Aamir Khan is riding high on the audience's positive response to his latest comedy-drama, Sitaare Zameen Par. Directed by R.S. Prasanna, the film has earned ₹82.40 crore in India within six days of its release, according to Its global box office collection stands at ₹123 crore so far. Up next, Aamir will make a cameo appearance in Megastar Rajinikanth's highly anticipated film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and slated for release on August 14. Reports about Aamir's role in the film have begun surfacing online. According to a report by Pinkvilla, Aamir Khan's character will appear in the final 15 minutes of Coolie, featuring high-octane, mass-appeal action scenes alongside Rajinikanth. Sources close to the production told Pinkvilla, 'Rajinikanth and Aamir Khan will star in Coolie, which will include an intense action and confrontation sequence. Known for his perfectionism, the Bollywood actor had a 10-day shoot schedule for Coolie for a scene that went beyond a mere cameo. The two icons will be sharing the screen space in a high-energy face-off packed with dramatic conversation and gripping action." Recently, during a conversation with Zoom, Aamir opened up about how he came on board for Coolie and said, 'I absolutely enjoyed doing it. I am a huge fan of Rajini sir. I adore and respect him. So, I didn't even hear the script. When Lokesh informed me that it was Rajini sir's film and that he wanted me to play a cameo, I replied, 'Done." I'm doing it. Whatever it is, I'm doing it." Notably, the climax of Coolie has been shot in Rajasthan. Lokesh Kanagaraj earlier confirmed that Coolie is a stand-alone project and will not be part of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). Coolie marks Rajinikanth's first collaboration with director Lokesh Kanagraj, known for making hits like Master and Vikram. The film will be released on August 14 and will face a big clash with Ayan Mukerji's highly anticipated War 2 featuring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR and Kiara Advani. Coming back to Aamir, he will also be collaborating with director Rajkumar Hirani once again for an upcoming biopic film based on the life of Dadasaheb Phalke, the Father of Indian Cinema. First Published:
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Raid 2' OTT debut date out: When and where to watch Ajay Devgn's blockbuster action drama
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Following an impressive theatrical run, Raid 2, starring Ajay Devgn, is now preparing for its digital release. The film's creators took to their verified social media profiles on Wednesday to officially share the streaming launch date. According to their announcement, viewers will be able to watch Raid 2 online starting June 26. Netflix, the platform that will host the movie, also revealed the news with a striking poster. Their caption hyped up the release with a fiery teaser: 'The countdown begins today! Amay Patnaik is back with a new mission and the same fierce spirit. Catch Raid 2 on June 26.'This highly anticipated sequel includes a notable cast with Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor, and Saurabh Shukla playing important characters. Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, the film continues the gripping narrative of the Raid series. The story centers around Amay Patnaik, portrayed by Devgn—a dedicated and upright income tax officer known for his honesty. The plot thickens when Amay is wrongfully accused of soliciting a bribe during a government raid, leading to his transfer to in Bhoj, Amay encounters Dada Bhai—a popular political figure played by Riteish Deshmukh. Though respected by the locals, Dada Bhai's suspicious behavior triggers Amay's instincts, prompting him to investigate further. The investigation leads to a high-stakes raid on the politician's residence and offices, setting off a chain of dramatic 2 balances old-school intensity with pointed social commentary. According to a review by ETimes, Ajay Devgn delivers a powerful performance, marked by charisma and timeless screen presence. The review also praises his sharp comedic delivery, though it wishes that side had been explored more. The film mixes punchy dialogues aimed at corrupt systems with a no-frills, classic narrative style. While the sequel remains faithful to its core theme of justice, it occasionally comes across as overly serious in its the box office, Raid 2 emerged as one of the most successful films of 2025, second only to Chhaava, which starred Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna. Financially, the film was a major win. According to figures shared by Raid 2 earned a staggering ₹243 crore by the end of its theatrical its digital premiere around the corner, the film is poised to reach an even wider audience, offering a compelling mix of action, drama, and justice-driven storytelling.
