After a strong start at the box office, Kannappa, the mythological epic starring Vishnu Manchu, witnessed a significant dip in collections on its second day. Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh and featuring an ensemble cast including Prabhas, Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar, and Kajal Aggarwal, the film released on June 27, 2025, across multiple languages.
On Day 1, Kannappa opened to positive reviews and collected an impressive ₹8.95 crore across India, driven largely by the Telugu version which alone contributed ₹8 crore. The film’s grand visuals, devotional theme, and star-studded cameos helped generate strong initial footfall.
However, Day 2 saw a sharp decline in earnings. According to early estimates, the film collected only ₹0.44 crore on its second day, bringing the total domestic collection to approximately ₹9.39 crore2. The drop has raised concerns about the film’s long-term box office prospects, especially given its reported budget of ₹150 crore.
Despite the dip, Kannappa continues to draw attention for its ambitious storytelling and visual scale. The film narrates the tale of an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva, blending folklore with cinematic grandeur. While the initial buzz was strong, sustaining momentum over the weekend will be crucial for the film’s commercial success.
With mixed occupancy rates across regions and growing competition at the box office, all eyes are now on the weekend numbers to determine whether Kannappa can regain its footing and emerge as a box office winner.