Vijay Deverakonda’s highly-anticipated Kingdom is releasing in theatres worldwide tomorrow, July 31. (Image: Instagram)
Vijay Deverakonda highly awaited Telugu action thriller film Kingdom, has finally debuted and is already making waves at the box office and on social media. Action, drama, and unadulterated emotion are all mixed together in this film, which stars Vijay Deverakonda in a gritty, poignant role. Kingdom, a pan-Indian spy drama directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, will be divided into two parts.
What is Kingdom About?
Kingdom, which is set in modern-day India, shows the story of Police constable Surya (Suri) , a young policeman who is devoted and moral. Surya had to go undercover to infiltrate a dangerous political-mafia syndicate after being selected for a covert government operation.
The twist? His estranged brother, who went rogue years ago, is the syndicate’s leader.
Surya must balance duty and blood as the narrative progresses. Through scenes which are emotionally powerful and action-packed, the story delves into themes such as justice, corruption, brotherhood, and treachery.
Kingdom (2025) – Full Cast & Crew
Lead Cast
- Vijay Deverakonda as Constable Surya (aka Suri)
- Satyadev Kancharana
- Bhagyashri Borse
- Venkatesh Maha
- Ajay Ghosh (supporting role)
Key Technical Team
- Director: Gowtam Tinnanuri
- Music Composer: Anirudh Ravichander
- Cinematography: Jomon T. John & Girish Gangadharan
- Editor: Naveen Nooli
- Producers: Naga Vamsi & Sai Soujanya
Theatrical Release of Kingdom
Kingdom, the much anticipated Telugu-language spy thriller starring Vijay Deverakonda, Bhagyashri Borse, and Satyadev, is scheduled for a worldwide release on July 31, 2025. The film will roll out simultaneously in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and a Hindi-dubbed version.
Kingdom Review – What the Critics Say
Vijay Deverakonda’s in Kingdom Movie 2025 which was released on July 31 in Cinemas.
Performance Highlights
Numerous individuals have complimented Vijay Deverakonda’s performance as Surya. It is referred to as his “comeback performance” by both fans and critics. He is unquestionably the high point of Kingdom because of his facial expressions in poignant scenes, his forceful delivery of dialogue, and his physicality during action scenes.
Indian Express
Gave the film 2.5 / 5, calling it emotionally distant and saying it “never truly tethers us emotionally” despite Vijay’s heartfelt portrayal.
India Today
Described the film as technically impressive and performance-driven, noting: “Vijay Deverakonda does the heavy lifting,” though his expressions grow repetitive and the brotherhood arc feels underexplored India Today.
Filmibeat (international censor review by Umair Sandhu)
Rated it 3 / 5 and said Kingdom is “a decent mass entertainer,” where Vijay “steals the show” especially in action sequences; but the story and screenplay are middling.
The Economic Times / GreatAndhra / LiveMint / OneIndia summarizing X (Twitter) reactions
These platforms highlight a mix: fans hail Vijay’s return with terms like “career-best performance,” praising the first half and Anirudh’s score while criticizing the second half as absurd or underwhelming.
Times of India
Moderate rating of 3.5 / 5, framing the film as “an intense action drama grounded in emotion and craft” .
Direction & Screenplay
Gowtam Tinnanuri presents a visually stunning film with slick direction and stylized visuals. However, some critics feel the screenplay loses momentum in the second half.
- First Half: Engaging, emotional, and fast-paced.
- Second Half: Slightly dragged with predictable elements, but finishes strong with emotional depth.
Music & Cinematography
- Anirudh Ravichander‘s music is one of the film’s top assets. His background score is intense, elevating dramatic and action moments.
- Cinematography by Jomon and Girish captures the scale and mood beautifully, especially in chase scenes and flashbacks.
Final Verdict – Should You Watch Kingdom?
Reasons to Watch:
- Vijay Deverakonda’s intense, emotional performance
- Anirudh’s powerful music
- Emotional depth and brotherhood-driven storyline
- High production value and direction
Conclusion
Kingdom is a gripping emotional thriller that showcases Vijay Deverakonda’s powerful comeback. With a deep story of brotherhood, solid direction, and a thunderous soundtrack, the film is a must-watch for fans of action-packed drama with heart.
