The tragic plane crash that occurred shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12 has led to the postponement and cancellation of several high-profile entertainment events across India. Among them is the trailer launch of Kannappa, an upcoming film starring Vishnu Manchu and Akshay Kumar.
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Cancellation of Kannappa Trailer Event in Indore
The trailer launch event of Kannappa was scheduled to take place in Indore on June 13, 2025. In light of the tragedy, actor Vishnu Manchu issued a public statement expressing grief and announcing the event’s cancellation.
“My heart breaks for the lives lost in today’s Ahmedabad Air India crash. In deep mourning, we’re deferring the #Kannappa trailer release by one day and canceling tomorrow’s Indore pre-release event. My prayers are with the families during this unimaginably difficult time,” Manchu wrote on social media.
The trailer, originally set to be launched on June 13, will now be released on June 14, 2025.
Salman Khan’s ISRL Event Also Postponed
Bollywood actor Salman Khan was set to participate in a promotional press event for the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) in Mumbai. The event was postponed as a mark of respect for the victims of the plane crash.
Eeshan Lokhande, Director of ISRL, confirmed the decision, stating:
“Indian Supercross Racing League and Mr. Salman Khan stand by the nation united in this tough time and pray for the families affected by this tragedy.”
Netflix’s Rana Naidu Season 2 Screening Canceled
In another show of solidarity, the promotional fan-screening for Netflix India’s Rana Naidu Season 2, which was scheduled to be held in Mumbai, was also canceled.
Official Confirmation and Industry Response
Though the exact details of the crash, including flight number, aircraft model, and casualty figures, have not yet been officially released, all three events—Kannappa trailer launch, ISRL press event, and Rana Naidu screening — have been definitively confirmed as postponed or canceled by the event organizers and artists themselves.
Industry members including Salman Khan, Vishnu Manchu, and others have expressed their heartfelt condolences to the families of those affected.
Summary of Canceled/Postponed Events
- Kannappa trailer launch – Canceled (Indore, June 13); trailer release deferred to June 14
- ISRL event with Salman Khan – Postponed (Mumbai)
- Netflix India’s Rana Naidu S2 screening – Canceled (Mumbai)
By – Nikita