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India.com
2 hours ago
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- India.com
Kannappa Makers Warn Of Legal Action Against Defamation And Misuse Ahead Of Films Release
The makers of Kannappa have issued a legal warning against defamation and trolling ahead of the film's June 2025 release. New Delhi: Kannappa, an upcoming Telugu-language mythological action film directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and starring Akshay Kumar, has landed in controversy following the release of its much-anticipated trailer. The film, based on the tale of devotion to Lord Shiva, has drawn criticism from certain quarters, with allegations that it "disrespects Brahmins." In response to the backlash, the film's producers have taken a strong stance, issuing a public notice warning of legal action against those who attempt to malign the film without justification. Also Read | Kannappa Vs MAA Box Office Clash: Akshay Kumar Sends Heartfelt Wishes To Ajay Devgn And Kajol Ahead Of Release Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the production house, released a 'Public Caution Notice', stating, "Our film #Kannappa releases globally on June 27, 2025 with full lawful clearances. Misuse, distortion, or defamatory acts against the film or its stakeholders will be legally challenged." In a more detailed statement, the producers emphasised the film's fair production credentials, noting it has received all necessary certifications, intellectual property protections, and legal clearances. Defining the project as a 'culmination of immense artistic dedication, untiring efforts, and substantial commercial investment,' the notice urged the public to view the film before forming opinions. 'We thereby respectfully request all critiques to watch the film first, appreciate its substance, understand the intent and comment on it with responsibility, rather than succumbing to premeditated biases or vendetta-fuelled commentary,' the notice read. While acknowledging the constitutional right to free speech under Article 19(1)(a), the makers cited legal precedents, including judgments from the Kerala High Court, to argue that defamatory or destructive commentary aimed at damaging the reputation of creative works is not protected speech. The producers also highlighted a recent ruling by the Delhi High Court, which granted protection to the 'personality and publicity rights of two key stakeholders and principal actors of Kannappa, namely, Dr. Mohan Babu and Mr. Vishnu Manchu'. Any unauthorised use or defamatory portrayal of their likeness or attributes, the notice warned, could invite legal consequences under both the court's directives and applicable laws. Citing past disturbances during the film's production, the statement also warned that any unauthorised streaming or distribution of the film, in part or full, would lead to legal proceedings in civil, criminal, or cyber law jurisdictions. Public Caution Notice Our film #Kannappa releases globally on June 27, 2025 with full lawful clearances. Misuse, distortion, or defamatory acts against the film or its stakeholders will be legally challenged.#Kannappa27thJune #KannappaMovie #HarHarMahadevॐ@themohanbabu… — Kannappa The Movie (@kannappamovie) June 25, 2025 Despite the controversy, the makers expressed hope that the film will be received positively by audiences, concluding the statement with an appeal for public support, 'We look forward to the support, goodwill, and encouragement of audiences, well-wishers, and the wider public, to ensure that Kannappa receives the celebration and appreciation that it so earnestly deserves." Kannappa is slated for a worldwide release on June 27, 2025.
NDTV
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
How Kannappa Actor Vishnu Manchu's Twelve Jyotirlinga Temples Darshan Came To A "Divine Close"
Chennai: Actor Vishnu Manchu, who plays the lead in director Mukesh Kumar Singh's upcoming magnum opus, Kannappa, has now announced that the journey he had undertaken to visit all the 12 holy Jyothirlingas, situated across the country, had come to a divine close with his darshan at the Sri Sailam Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple. Taking to his social media timelines to make the announcement, he wrote, "Twelve Jyotirlingas. One journey. Eternal peace. Just completed the sacred darshan at Sri Sailam Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple — one of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. With this visit, my journey to all twelve Jyotirlinga temples comes to a divine close." The actor further said, "My heart is full. My soul feels blessed. Life right now is filled with nothing but positivity, gratitude, and peace. As I stand at the edge of this spiritual milestone, I now look forward to the next chapter #Kannappa, releasing worldwide on June 27. A film close to my heart. A story that reflects the very spirit I carry today. Har Har Mahadev! #Kannappa27thJune." Vishnu Manchu, while announcing this journey on social media, had said, 'I have to truthfully admit one thing. Before starting work on 'Kannappa', I was not such a big devotee of Lord Shiva. I was a devotee of Lord Hanuman and I would recite the Hanuman Chalisa every day even to this day. 'When I wrote Kannappa, I researched a lot and that brought about a lot of changes in me. I found out about what Jyothrilingas were and why one must visit them. I decided that I must visit all these 12 holy places where these Jyothirlingas are situated,' the actor had explained. 'A lot of people do not know what these Jyothirlingas are. I too did not know their significance until a while back. So, for people like me who do not know about the Jyothirlingas, I have decided to do a series of videos on Jyothirlingas.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vishnu Manchu (@vishnumanchu) The actor then went on to explain the different beliefs in different yugas. 'We are in Kaliyug now. In Sathyayuga, the belief was that one could get closer to God if one did penance. The belief then was that meditation would help you realise the purpose of your life. Now, in Kaliyug, the belief is that if you visit holy places, you will not only come closer to God but will also know the purpose behind your birth.' 'These 12 Jyothirlingas are powerful places. These places are testimony to the fact that Lord Shiva walked among common people. From Kedarnath to Rameshwaram, there are 12 Jyothirlingas all across the country. There is a story behind each story. I wish to visit each one of the Jyothirlingas. The belief is that one will be able to realise one's life purpose near one of the 12 Jyothirlingas. Today, my purpose of life is to be an actor till the day I die. But what is the higher purpose of my life? This journey to the 12 Jyothirlingas is a journey of self-realisation for me. I have already visited three Jyothirlingas -- Kedarnath, Omkareshwar and Ujjain. I will tell about these three temples in my next video. I will also narrate the story of all the Jyothirlingas before I visit them,' he had said then.
India Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Vishnu Manchu visits Sri Sailam temple ahead of Kannappa release, says heart is full
Ahead of the grand release of his upcoming film 'Kannappa', actor Vishnu Manchu visited the Sri Sailam Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple to seek blessings. On Instagram, he shared moments from his spiritual journey and expressed the deep sense of positivity he has been experiencing after completing visits to all twelve a collage of photos from the temple, Manchu wrote, 'Twelve Jyotirlingas. One journey. Eternal peace. Just completed the sacred darshan at Sri Sailam Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple - one of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva (sic).'advertisementHe added, 'With this visit, my journey to all twelve Jyotirlinga temples comes to a divine close. My heart is full. My soul feels blessed. Life right now is filled with nothing but positivity, gratitude, and peace (sic).' Reflecting on the spiritual milestone, he continued, 'As I stand at the edge of this journey, I now look forward to the next chapter, Kannappa, releasing worldwide on June 27. A film close to my heart. A story that reflects the very spirit I carry today. Har Har Mahadev! #Kannappa27thJune (sic).'See his post here: The upcoming mythological action drama stars Akshay Kumar and Kajal Aggarwal as Lord Shiva and Parvati, respectively. Mohan Babu plays Mahadeva Shastri, with Sarath Kumar as Nathanathudu and Prabhas appearing in a special role as the trailer for Kannappa here: The film also features explosive cameos by Prabhas, Mohanlal, Brahmanandam, Brahmaji, and Raghu Babu. 'Kannappa' is set to release in theatres on June 27.- EndsMust Watch
