🔥 Vijay’s Big Comeback? Kingdom Cracks or Cracks Under Pressure? 👑

TL;DR:Vijay Deverakonda’s Kingdom, released on July 31, 2025, is a visually grand spy-action drama with layers of emotion and brotherhood—but critics say it "aims high but settles for mediocrity". While Vijay fans are hyped about his powerful act, reviewers point out a predictable second half and a weak emotional core. Despite mixed reactions, the film is raking in strong numbers at the box office.

🎬 What’s Kingdom All About?

• It’s a spy thriller with a mix of reincarnation, tribal history, and modern espionage set across Sri Lanka and Andhra.

• Vijay plays Suri, a cop on a mission to reunite with his long-lost brother Siva (Satyadev). But twist! His brother is now a gangster, and Suri goes undercover in his gang. Full drama, emotion, and action!

🎥 What the Critics Say

• Reviewers say the first half is tight and gripping, but the second half dips hard, becoming predictable and emotionally distant.

• The story has flashes of brilliance, but falls into a familiar zone with elements reminding audiences of KGF, Pushpa, and Salaar.

• Critics gave it around 2.5/5 stars, praising the visual style, cinematography, and Vijay’s intense performance, but critiquing the inconsistent storytelling and underdeveloped relationships.

🧠 What Fans Are Saying Online

• Fans are going crazy for Vijay’s raw emotional performance, calling it his “career best”.

• The Anirudh Ravichander BGM is fire🔥, giving goosebumps in many scenes.

• But many fans felt the second half dragged, with some calling it "old wine in a new bottle".

• Others on Reddit and social media said, “Climax didn’t deliver” and “Film felt disconnected emotionally despite looking epic.”

🎟 Box‑Office & Buzz

• Pre-release buzz was massive, with over 1 lakh tickets sold even before day one!

• Made with a budget of ₹54 crore, it needs to make about ₹108 crore to be a hit.

• It’s expected to stream on Netflix after the theatrical run.

💥 Verdict: Hit or Hype?

✅ What Works in #Kingdom

• Vijay Deverakonda brings serious intensity and emotion—he bleeds for the role 💔🔥

• Cinematography is next level—frame after frame looks like a painting 🎨

• Anirudh’s BGM gives the film a heart-pumping vibe throughout 🎵

❌ Where It Falls Flat

• Emotional bonding between brothers feels rushed 💔

• Story turns formulaic in second half—big build-up but weak payoff 😶

• Romance is barely there, and side characters don’t get much depth 😕

📌 MediaFx Youth Take (From People’s Perspective)

From our people-first lens, Kingdom is a film that shines in scale but stumbles in soul. While Vijay carries the film like a true champ, the story forgets that emotions hit harder than bullets. Youth deserve stories that reflect our lives and pain—not just over-the-top heroism. With this much budget, the makers should’ve focused more on truthful storytelling and less on commercial formulas. Still, it's one-time watch for the visuals and BGM—just don’t expect it to shake your soul.

🔖 Fun Corners

• After watching this, check out old Vijay gems like Pelli Choopulu, Taxiwaala, and Yevade Subramanyam to see his versatile acting before the “mass” era began.

  
  

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