The Manchu family is creating waves once again in Tollywood with the first look of Ariaana and Viviaana from the upcoming devotional epic Kannappa. This talented family, led by the iconic Mohan Babu, has cemented its place in the industry, with each member-Vishnu, Manoj, and Lakshmi-carrying forward the legacy in their own distinctive ways. Next in the list is Vishnu as he will be portraying an entire lead role in this Kannappa, a pan India-directed Mukesh Kumar Singh that did Mahabharat also, for its grand release. Now this film is scheduled on 25 April 2025.
As part of the movie’s promotional campaign, the makers have started revealing character looks, and today, fans were treated to the first glimpse of Ariaana and Viviaana. The young actresses, who are Mohan Babu’s granddaughters and Vishnu’s daughters, are seen striking a graceful traditional dance pose in their outfits, giving the film a cultural depth. Proud grandfather Mohan Babu shared his joy on social media, saying, “Excited to share the first glimpse of my beloved granddaughters #Ariaana & #Viviana in #Kannappa. It fills me with pride to see their passion come to life on screen. May they continue to shine and inspire! Happy Birthday my Ari Vivi.”
Kannappa boasts an all-star ensemble, featuring talented actors like Sarathkumar, Madhoo, Mukesh Rishi, Brahmanandam, Raghu Babu, Aishwarya Bhaskaran, Preity Mukundan, and Devraj. In addition, the film will also feature special appearances from Mohan Lal, Prabhas, Kajal, and Akshay Kumar, further building excitement among fans. With such a powerful cast and a meaningful storyline, Kannappa is one of the most awaited films of 2025.
Excited to share the first glimpse of my beloved granddaughters #Ariaana & #Viviana in #Kannappa🏹. It fills me with pride to see their passion come to life on screen. May they continue to shine and inspire! 🎬✨ Happy Birthday my Ari Vivi.❤️#HarHarMahadevॐ @iVishnuManchu… pic.twitter.com/tZAp9GSKAB
— Mohan Babu M (@themohanbabu) December 2, 2024