Kannappa Box Office: Vishnu Manchu Credits Prabhas for Big Opening, Akshay Kumar’s Role Also Praised
Kannappa, the ambitious mythological action drama starring Vishnu Manchu, is making headlines not only for its grand visuals and stellar cast but also for its box office performance. The film opened to strong numbers, and Vishnu Manchu has now credited Prabhas for the excellent start.
Prabhas’ Cameo: The Game-Changer
Superstar Prabhas plays a divine avatar—Rudhra—in the film, and fans flocked to theatres just to witness his presence on screen. Speaking to the media, Vishnu Manchu said, “I have no ego in admitting that the opening we received was only because of my brother Prabhas.”
Prabhas’ massive fanbase across India contributed significantly to the opening day success of Kannappa, which earned approximately ₹9.35 crore on Day 1 alone.
Akshay Kumar’s Lord Shiva Avatar Also Draws Attention
Another highlight of the film is Akshay Kumar’s cameo as Lord Shiva. Though his screen time is limited, audiences praised his majestic presence and the divine aura he brought to the role. His appearance gave the film a pan-India appeal, especially in northern circuits.
Box Office Performance: Day-Wise Report
- Day 1: ₹9.35 crore
- Day 2: ₹7.15 crore
- Day 3: ₹7.25 crore
- Day 4: ₹2.5 crore
- Day 5: ₹1.75 crore
Total India Net Collection (5 Days): ₹27 crore+
Mixed Response and VFX Criticism
While the film’s spiritual message and emotional second half have been appreciated, some viewers criticized the visual effects (VFX), calling them underwhelming. Vishnu Manchu responded to this by stating that some scenes were cut post-preview due to unsatisfactory VFX. “This is a learning curve for us, and we will come back stronger,” he said.
Will Word-of-Mouth Sustain the Momentum?
As weekdays begin, the film is facing the usual drop in collections. However, industry experts believe that strong cameos and the devotional appeal might help the film sustain in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. If word-of-mouth improves, Kannappa could still emerge as a long-run success.
Conclusion
Kannappa has opened to solid numbers thanks to a well-planned release, high-profile cameos, and mythological storytelling. Vishnu Manchu’s candid acknowledgment of Prabhas’ contribution reflects humility and realism. Now, it remains to be seen whether the film can maintain momentum through strong storytelling and public support.
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