Kannappa OTT release: When to expect Vishnu Manchu, Prabhas’ Telugu action drama on a streaming platform
Roktim Rajpal | Jun 28, 2025, 19:04 IST
Highlight of the story: Kannappa OTT release: Kannappa, starring Vishnu Manchu and 'Young Rebel Star' Prabhas, hit the screens on June 27. The action drama is expected to premiere on OTT around September 11, nearly 10 weeks from now.
Kannappa OTT release: Kannappa, one of the most eagerly awaited pan-India films of the year, hit the screens on June 27 and opened to a good response at the Indian box office. According to Sacnilk, it earned Rs 9 crore (nett) on the first day. The action drama will premiere on an OTT after its run in theatres. Here’s an update on when you can expect the biggie on a streaming platform.
Vishnu Manchu is in the limelight because of Kannappa, the biggest film of his career. He recently revealed that the film’s OTT rights are yet to be sold as he wants it to get an extended run in theatres.
“I have a very large freedom; my movie will not come to OTT before 10 weeks. That is the deal I have, and by God’s grace, I don’t have any release pressure. My only intention is to showcase the best to the audience,” he was quoted as saying by India Today.
He further confirmed that Kannappa will be available on a streaming platform around 10 weeks after its theatrical release,
As such, one can expect it to be available on an OTT platform around September 11. This however, is yet to be officially announced.
Kannappa is a mythological action drama that centres on the journey of a devout follower of Lord Shiva. Vishnu Manchu plays the lead role in this larger-than-life tale. Kannappa also features Prabhas in a powerful cameo while Akshay Kumar makes a special appearance. These roles add star power to the narrative.. Kannappa is directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh.
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Kannappa may arrive on OTT in September
Vishnu Manchu is in the limelight because of Kannappa, the biggest film of his career. He recently revealed that the film’s OTT rights are yet to be sold as he wants it to get an extended run in theatres.
“I have a very large freedom; my movie will not come to OTT before 10 weeks. That is the deal I have, and by God’s grace, I don’t have any release pressure. My only intention is to showcase the best to the audience,” he was quoted as saying by India Today.
He further confirmed that Kannappa will be available on a streaming platform around 10 weeks after its theatrical release,
As such, one can expect it to be available on an OTT platform around September 11. This however, is yet to be officially announced.
About Kannappa
Kannappa is a mythological action drama that centres on the journey of a devout follower of Lord Shiva. Vishnu Manchu plays the lead role in this larger-than-life tale. Kannappa also features Prabhas in a powerful cameo while Akshay Kumar makes a special appearance. These roles add star power to the narrative.. Kannappa is directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh.
For more news and updates from the world of OTT, and celebrities from Bollywood and Hollywood, keep reading Indiatimes Entertainment.