The much-awaited Telugu action-thriller Kingdom (2025), starring Vijay Deverakonda and Satyadev, has finally hit the big screens. For Hindi audiences, the film has been released as Saamrajya. Packed with action, emotions, and unexpected twists, the film has already created strong buzz in theatres and OTT platforms.
Plot Overview
The story follows Soori (Vijay Deverakonda), a police constable chosen for a secret mission. His assignment takes him deep into a criminal syndicate on a remote Sri Lankan island. There, shocking truths from his past resurface—including a face-off with his long-lost brother, who now rules over a brutal community.
The movie mixes espionage, family conflict, and high-stakes action, making it an intense watch.
Production & Release Journey
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Directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, the film faced several delays before its theatrical release.
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Initially planned for March, then May, then July, it was finally released on 31st July 2025.
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The Hindi dubbed version titled Saamrajya released on the same day.
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Netflix acquired the digital rights, and the film started streaming on 27th August 2025 in multiple languages including Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada.
Cast & Crew
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Director & Writer – Gowtam Tinnanuri
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Producers – Naga Vamsi, Sai Soujanya
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Lead Cast – Vijay Deverakonda, Satyadev, Bhagyashri Borse
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Music – Anirudh Ravichander
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Cinematography – Girish Gangadharan, Jomon T. John
Special mention: Bhagyashri Borse makes a strong impression with this movie, stepping into the spotlight alongside two powerful performers.
Pre-Release Buzz
The makers built up strong hype around the release:
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Vijay Deverakonda and Bhagyashri Borse visited the Tirupati Temple before release, grabbing fans’ attention.
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At the trailer launch, Vijay’s emotional speech added fuel to audience excitement.
Reviews & Audience Response
The film received mixed reviews:
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Praised for: Vijay Deverakonda and Satyadev’s performances, high-octane visuals, and Anirudh’s powerful background score.
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Criticized for: An inconsistent screenplay and an “absurd” second half that left some viewers disappointed.
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Critics noted that while the ambition and energy were strong, the emotional depth and coherence could have been better.
Despite this, fans of Vijay Deverakonda have loved his screen presence, making Kingdom a crowd-puller.
