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Akshay Kumar and Vishnu Manchu’s movie Kannappa will release in the theatres on June 27, and the movie has already started quite a huge buzz after the trailer was released on Saturday (June 14). Now, the first review of the movie is already out, and it is none other than by legendary actor Rajinikanth.

Rajinikanth watched Vishnu Manchu-led Kannappa and gave blessings to the movie. Now, after the first review was out by the legend itself, the anticipation of the movie has reached its peak.

Rajinikanth watched the movie Kannappa with his family and friends and shared his review about the movie. He said it was a masterpiece and he loved it. Mohan Babu posted pictures with Rajinikanth and shared the superstar’s response. He wrote on his social media, ”On June 15, Pedarayudu completed 30 glorious years since its theatrical release. And on the same day, my best friend @rajinikanth watched #Kannappa along with his family. The love, warmth, and encouragement he gave after the film are something I will never forget. Thank you, Mitrama.”

On June 15, Pedarayudu completed 30 glorious years since its theatrical release. And on the same day, my best friend @rajinikanth watched #Kannappa along with his family. The love, warmth, and encouragement he gave after the film is something I will never forget. Thank you,… pic.twitter.com/u5iqXlsjfr — Mohan Babu M (@themohanbabu) June 16, 2025

Actor Vishnu Manchu took to his Instagram to share this precious moment with his fans. While posting the picture, he wrote in the caption, ”Last night, @rajinikanth uncle watched #Kannappa. After the film, he gave me a tight hug. He told me that he loved #Kannappa. I’ve been waiting 22 years as an actor for that hug! Today, I feel encouraged. Humbled. Grateful. #Kannappa is coming on 27th June, and I can’t wait for the world to feel the magic of Lord Shiva. #HarHarMahadev.”

The movie Kannappa is based on a mythological theme where a tribal warrior who doesn’t believe in Lord Shiva becomes the biggest devotee of him with time. In the movie, Akshay Kumar is seen in the role of Lord Shiva, Kajal Aggarwal is seen playing the part of goddess Parvati, Mohan Babu plays the character of Mahadeva Shastri, while Sarath Kumar appears as Nathanathudu, and Prabhas appears in the character of Rudra. The film is slated to release on June 27, 2025.