The first seen poster of the actor Prabhas of the much awaited Telugu legendary film Kannappa has given birth to mixed reactions and has made new speculation about his character in the film. The actor is designed as a sage, wearing a ocher colored rebellion and many beaded necklaces. Playing long hair, he bears a deep expression.

The actor’s deep connection for Kannappa’s story is well known. His uncle, late Krishnam Raju, depicted a legendary devotee in a great film in the 1976 film Bhakta Kannappa, one of his most prestigious performances. Directed by Bapu, it was a great success, from which Kannappa’s role was particularly close to Prabhas’ heart. Therefore, when Manchu Vishnu approached him for a cameo in Kannappa (2025), Prabhas easily agreed.

Here’s the poster:

However, since the announcement, fans have been curious about Prabhas’s role in the film and the recent poster of the actor as Rudra led more questions from the answer.

Who is Rudra?

Initial reports suggested that Prabhas would play the role of Lord Shiva in the film. However, another poster officially revealed as Shiva in another poster with Akshay Kumar, which was released in January, the rumors shifted to Prabhas, which was portrayed to Nandi, Shiva’s Wafadar Mount, or a divine messenger. By doing.

Now, the manufacturers revealed their form and the name Rudra, another possibility has come out. Prabhas Rudra can play the role of Pasupati Nayanar, one of the 63 Nayar saints, known for unwavering devotion to Lord Shiva.

Importance of Rudra Pasupati Nayar

63 Nayar was a Shivite saint from a diverse background, such as Kings, warriors, farmers, and Brahmins, united with his devotion to Lord Shiva. Among them, Rudra Pasupati Nayar was a Brahmin saint of Thiruthalayur in Tamil Nadu, who was known for his extreme penance.

The primary form of his worship was the daily recitation of Shri Rudram Chammam, which was a sacred Vedic hymn praising the cosmic power of Shiva. He was standing in the water every day, surrendering himself to the divine service.

His name is important. Rudra represents the terrible and transformative aspect of Shiva, while Pasupati means “God of all living beings.” This aligns with details in Prabhas’s first looking poster.

Prabhas as Nandi?

While Rudra Pasupati is a strong possibility, another complicated principle suggests that Prabhas Nandi, Sacred Bull and Shiva’s most dedicated followers can portray. In Shivite tradition, Nandi is not just Shiva’s vibration or vehicle. He is also the gatekeeper of Kailasa, a fierce protector and a wise sage who imparts divine knowledge.

Interestingly, Prabhas’s first looking poster indicates in this regard. The wood worker holds is a curved at the top, which is similar to Nandi’s horns, which can be a symbolic reference. Additionally, the tagline emphasizes its role in the form of a guide through time, which resonates with the importance of Nandi as the patron of cosmic knowledge. Known for its unwavering devotion, Nandi Shivite is a powerful appearance in mythology. All these are adding more curiosity to the speculative theory role.

Here’s the trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcx1bbtm9xe

Prabhas’s role is allegedly an extended cameo, but holds significant significance in the story of the film. He is accompanied by a contingent of artists including Mohan Babu, Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar, Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Kajal Aggarwal, Preeti Mukundan, and Vishnu Maachanu’s daughters, Ariana and Vivina Manchu.