Kingdom Collection Day 5: Vijay Deverakonda’s Spy Thriller

Vijay Deverakonda’s latest spy-action thriller, Kingdom, directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, has crossed a remarkable ₹42.9 crores in its first five days at the box office. Released on 31st July 2025, the film has been making waves across the country with its multi-language release and powerful performances.

Box Office Performance:

• Day 1 (July 31): ₹15.50 Cr
• Day 2 (August 1): ₹7.5 Cr
• Day 3 (August 2): ₹7.0 Cr
• Day 4 (August 3): ₹7.0 Cr
• Day 5 (August 4): ₹2.0 Cr

Total Collection: ₹42.9 Cr

The film, though primarily shot in Telugu, has received a pan-India release and is witnessing a great response, particularly in the southern states. Occupancy rates reflect this excitement, with Telugu regions registering a first-day occupancy of 16.38%, while Tamil regions reported 11.39%.

Plot & Cast: Kingdom follows the journey of Surya aka Suri, an honest constable turned secret agent, portrayed by Vijay Deverakonda. The action-packed narrative stretches from India to Sri Lanka as Suri uncovers deep secrets about his brother Shiva, played by Satyadev. Bhagyashree Borse appears as Dr. Anu, while Venkatesh V.P. delivers a powerful performance as the antagonist.

Production Team:

• Director: Gowtam Tinnanuri
• Cinematography: Girish Gangadharan & Jomon T. John
• Editor: Naveen Nooli
• Music: Anirudh Ravichander
• Producers: Sithara Entertainments, Srikara Studios, Fortune Four Cinemas
• Budget: Approx. ₹130 Cr

Audience & Critical Reception:

While critics gave Kingdom mixed reviews, audience word-of-mouth has leaned positively. The film’s gripping storyline, stylish action, and energetic background score by Anirudh Ravichander are being widely appreciated. It is also noteworthy that the movie is part of a planned duology, with the second installment expected soon.

As the film approaches its first weekend post-release, its performance will be closely watched. If the positive audience sentiment continues, Kingdom could become one of the most significant commercial successes in Vijay Deverakonda’s career.