Vijay Deverakonda’s latest film Kingdom was supposed to be his comeback film. But, as per response by fans on X, it seems it is also receiving a mixed response. After his movie released in theaters today, his fans took to social media to share their reviews. While many fans spoke about how it is strong as drama and appreciated Vijay’s performance, a few complained about the “shaky” second half, which had them “confused” and made them “disconnect” from the film. Others also expressed their disappointment in the film’s leading lady Bhagyashri Borse’s performance.
A user wrote, “Kingdom is an action drama that is technically very strong and works well on the drama front, though it falters somewhat in terms of emotional depth.”
#Kingdom is an action drama that is technically very strong and works well on the drama front, though it falters somewhat in terms of emotional depth.
Director Gowtham Tinnanuri succeeds in building a properly engaging narrative in the first half. Although the narration feels…
— Venky Reviews (@venkyreviews) July 30, 2025
Another user wrote, “Everything feels forced. Nothing worked for me. Kingdom is cheaper, flawed version of Devara.”
Walk out feels!
World building is a failure. it just failed to take off
Everything feels forced
Not even couple of elevation/high scene
Music is very bad
Nothing worked for me
1 sentence review: Kingdom is cheaper, flawed version of DEVARA#KingdomOnJuly31st #KingdomUSA pic.twitter.com/nsDN9H6TvI— John Wick (@NageshBandi13) July 31, 2025
A user shared, “Movie is a bit confusing at parts.”
#Kingdom is a solid action drama with stunning visuals, gripping first half, and powerful performance by Deverakonda is back ❤🥶 2nd half ok
Negatives – movie a bit confusing at parts, Heroine 👎🏻
My rating – 3.75/5 💯strong film worth watching 🎬#KingdomReview #KingdomMovie pic.twitter.com/9e38ZG0oUv— Prabhakar (@itz_Prabhaa) July 31, 2025
Other X reviews read, “Last 20 minutes I felt disconnected. But, well executed climax.” “Solid first half, shaky second half”, wrote another user.
#KingdomReview An Excellent 1st half pure drama .
Followed by an excellent second half, except for the last 20 minutes.
Last 20mins motham disconnect ayipotham.
Again well executed climax .#VijayDeverakonda #gowtampic.twitter.com/evFdJKmVjs— Chillbros (@chill_broos) July 31, 2025
Kingdom Public Talk 🙏
Everyone thought it would be a comeback film for VD. Initially, #Kingdom team managed to create some hype with paid positive reviews.
But now, negative reviews are slowly coming out from genuine audiences 🙏 pic.twitter.com/M6itvD8pba
— Nanii!! (@narasimhachow2) July 31, 2025
#Kingdom
* #VijayDeverakonda Performance Is Splendid
* First Half Has Some Wow Moments And Ok !
* Second Half Is Flat & Screenplay Falls
Not A Come Back Of VJDBelow Average 2.5 /5 #KingdomReview pic.twitter.com/MVSulccA1g
— TamilaninCinema Akilan (@TamilaninCinema) July 31, 2025
The film, directed by Gautam Tinnauri was Vijay Deverakonda’s first film after his 2024 flop The Family Star. The actor was briefly seen in the Nag Ashwin directorial Kalki 2898 AD. However, his character was only teased in the first part with no update about the film’s second installment. Vijay has not seen a success since his 2018 film Geetha Govindam.
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According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film has earned just Rs 2.38 crore at the box office as of 12 pm. Despite negative reviews, it is suggested that Kingdom will turn out to be the biggest opener in Vijay’s career after Kushi which scored nearly Rs 26 crore gross worldwide. According to Sacnilk, Kingdom’s opening day pre-sales earned Rs 17 crores gross including the premiere show. As per the trend, the film will likely open at over 30 crore gross worldwide.
