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Pink Villa
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Kannappa Ending Explained: What made Vishnu Manchu's Thinnadu become an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva in the climax?
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers. Kannappa, starring Vishnu Manchu in the lead role, hit the big screens on June 27, 2025. The fantasy movie is rooted in Hindu mythology and narrates the legend of Kannappa, a saint. If you're looking for a quick recap and to check out its ending, here are the details. Kannappa's story explained Kannappa features the story of Thinnadu, a young hunter from a tribal group and the son of a chieftain. Owing to the tribe's customs, the hunter abandons his belief in god, becoming an atheist. Coming to the celestial realm of Kailasa, Lord Shiva (played by Akshay Kumar) and Goddess Parvati (Kajal Aggarwal) are witnessing the events. As they closely observe Thinnadu's life unfolding, Shiva foresees man's destiny and the journey he is set to witness. As Thinnadu grows up, he becomes a good-hearted man and falls in love with Nemali (Preity Mukundan), a princess of the neighboring tribe. With the princess being betrothed to another, the Thinnadu is exiled from his community for loving her. On another end, a Vayu Lingam (an idol of Shiva's wind embodiment) finds its home near the region with dark forces in search of it to desecrate it. What unfolds in Thinnadu's life next? Kannappa continues the story with Thinnadu leading a life in exile. During his days away from his village and resolute in love for Nemali, the hunter unexpectedly finds the Shiva Lingam. Unbeknownst to its true power, Thinnadu places the idol and worships it in his manner. Owing to the man's simple-mindedness and naivety, he offers god– meat, which is considered to be an unconventional practice. However, Lord Shiva is pleased with the gesture and understands the honesty behind Thinnadu's actions. Spoiler Alert As a means to test Thinnadu's devotion, Lord Shiva gives him the ultimate tests in life. Over time, Thinnadu meets Rudra (Prabhas), a Rigvedic deity, and Kirata (Mohanlal), a tribal warrior. Both of them seemingly personify as a mentor in Thinnadu's life, with the final test coming up. Making an ultimate act of devotion, the hunter offers one of his eyes to Lord Shiva, even making the god stand astounded. With the man offering his second eye as well and deciding to become blind, Shiva grants him an appearance, pleased with his devotion. The god returns the man his vision, later becoming a saint known as Kannappa.
Hans India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘Kannappa' is not just a film, it's a spiritual experience
With just days to go for the grand release of Kannappa, actor Shiva Balaji, who plays Kumaradeva Sastry in the epic, opened up in an exclusive interview about his experience working on the mythological actioner. Here's what he had to share: Let's start at the beginning. How did you come onboard Kannappa? It was quite casual. During a lunch with Mohan Babu garu and Vishnu, the topic of casting came up. Mohan Babu garu directly asked Vishnu, 'Why doesn't Shiva have a role?' Initially, there wasn't one, but the next day, he offered me the role of his son—Kumaradeva Sastry. That's how it began. How did you prepare for the role? I mirrored Mohan Babu garu's character—stern, emotionally distant. I didn't rely on external references but focused on portraying a son shaped by that intensity. Is your role significant in the film? It's a strong supporting role. My character belongs to a lineage guarding the sacred Vayu Lingam. There are power struggles between Thinnadu, the Boya community, and our family. Even as the son, I wasn't allowed access to the Lingam. What did you think after watching the film? Kannappa is extraordinary. The second half is emotionally powerful and visually stunning. Prabhas' presence has created a buzz. How pivotal is his role? He appears for around 40 minutes. From his entry, he dominates the narrative. His character is impactful and well-executed. Any insight on Akshay Kumar's portrayal of Lord Shiva? Akshay Kumar looks divine. There were debates about who would play Shiva, and while Prabhas was initially considered, Akshay ended up fitting the part perfectly. You've been selective lately. Why? I've become choosy. If a role doesn't excite me, I pass. I want performance-driven characters now. You've dabbled in OTT too. Any plans to return? Yes, I plan to return with Recce 2. I'm open to strong, meaningful content. What's next? A thriller under Mohan Babu garu's production, directed by a Tamil filmmaker. Details will be announced soon. And working with Mohan Babu off-screen? He's warm and treats us like family. We grew close, especially during the MAA elections. Final thoughts on Kannappa? It's more than just cinema—it's a spiritual journey packed with powerful moments. I'm glad I didn't miss being a part of this film.
Indian Express
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kannappa trailer: Vishnu Manchu promises visually striking spectacle with Akshay Kumar, Prabhas and Mohanlal's powerful cameos
Kannappa trailer: 'Only if we take that stone and throw it into the forest will their madness subside,' declares warrior Thinnadu (Vishnu Manchu), referring to the Lord Shiva idol of his clan. Far away, in Mount Kailash, the divine abode from which they observe all that happens in the world, Goddess Parvati (Kajal Aggarwal) asks her consort Lord Shiva (Akshay Kumar), 'What makes you believe that such a person (Thinnadu, a staunch non-believer) will eventually become your devoted follower?' With a gentle smile, he replies, 'Just like you, I too am waiting for that moment.' Among the many glimpses of Kannappa's world offered in the newly released trailer, this moment stands out as it forms the emotional crux of the story. Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, the film follows the transformation of Thinnadu, a fearless warrior who sees no point in worshipping a 'stone with no ears', into Kannappa, a staunch devotee of Lord Shiva. Although he is a non-believer, evil forces with their sights set on the sacred Vayu Lingam in Thinnadu's village know they must defeat him to claim it, as he will do anything for his people. As Thinnadu engages in the battle of a lifetime, he encounters Rudra (Prabhas), who serves as a divine link between him and Lord Shiva. As struggles intensify and he faces unprecedented conflicts in life, Thinnadu comes to profound realisations. The trailer ends by showing him embracing a stone lingam and declaring, 'I will never leave you from now on. This is Thinnadu's promise.' Watch Kannappa trailer here: The trailer promises that Kannappa will feature rich visuals, enhanced by heavy visual effects and anchored by a strong emotional core, thus delivering a unique cinematic experience. The promo video suggests that the makers have tried to blend grand spectacle with meaningful storytelling, while also incorporating all the hallmarks of a solid entertainer. The film also stars Vishnu Manchu's father and actor-producer Mohan Babu, Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, Tamil star Sarath Kumar, Arpit Ranka, Brahmanandam, Saptagiri, Mukesh Rishi, Madhubala (Madhoo) and Aishwarya Bhaskaran in key roles. On the technical front, Kannappa features music by Stephen Devassy, cinematography by Sheldon Chau, editing by Anthony Gonsalvez and production design by Chinna. Besides Telugu, the movie will also be released in Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi and English. Kannappa will hit the screens on June 27.
