Kannappa: Shiva Shiva Shankara gives Vishnu Manchu a new ray of hope ahead of its release
Kannappa: Shiva Shiva Shankara, the first song from the Vishnu Manchu starrer has gone viral for its soulful rendition and also superb locales.
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Last Updated: 04.42 PM, Feb 14, 2025
Kannappa is one of the most-awaited films in Telugu cinema, featuring big names like Prabhas, Mohanlal, and Akshay Kumar in cameo roles alongside Vishnu Manchu in this period drama. As the film gears up for its April release, the makers have kick-started promotions by unveiling a special song, Shiva Shiva Shankara.
Shiva Shiva Shankara song review from Kannappa
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Guruji launched the song on an auspicious note, and in no time, it went viral. The lyrics and visuals are captivating, and the way Vishnu Manchu is shown praying to Lord Shiva is portrayed ecstatically.
The song launch event was graced by Dr. Mohan Babu, Vishnu Manchu, director Mukesh Kumar Singh, Kannada distributor Rockline Venkatesh, actress Sumalatha, Bharathi Vishnuvardhan, music director Stephen Devassy, actor Arpit Ranka, lyricist Ramajogayya Sastry, and other esteemed dignitaries.
The Telugu lyrics, penned by Ramajogayya Sastry, beautifully express the protagonist’s deep admiration for Lord Shiva, while Vijay Prakash’s emotive vocals add soul to the track. Shiva Shiva Shankara is a deeply rooted devotional song that captures the essence of Lord Shiva’s divine energy. Vijay Prakash’s powerful rendition elevates the emotions in Vishnu Manchu’s performance.
Kannappa also has Prabhas, Mohanlal, and Akshay Kumar in cameos
Until now, Vishnu Manchu had faced criticism for his acting in a few scenes from the film, but Shiva Shiva Shankara has turned the tide in his favor. The song has garnered a positive response and is nearing one million views—quite a rare feat for a Vishnu Manchu film.
The Hindi version, sung by Javed Ali and composed by Stephen Devassy, also adds to the song’s appeal. Additionally, Kannappa features Prabhas in a cameo, and his recently released look from the film has generated decent traction. With each new update, the buzz around the film continues to grow. Kannappa is set to hit screens on April 15, 2025. Stay tuned for more updates!