India, June 11 -- Kannappa is one of the most awaited films in Telugu cinema, featuring some of the biggest stars in the country in key roles. Vishnu Manchu not only plays the lead but also produces the film, which has been made on a massive budget. While the pre-release business has been locked, the OTT deal is yet to be finalized.

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A source close to the unit reveals that Vishnu Manchu has struck a deal with a popular platform, structuring the agreement with two distinct clauses. The first clause states that the film will premiere on OTT eight weeks after its theatrical release, but only if it becomes a smash hit. A specific amount has been secured for this scenari...