After a long wait of three years, Vijay Deverakonda has returned to his action-packed avatar, and this time, he’s brought the storm with Kingdom. Directed and written by Gautam Tinnanuri, the spy action thriller has hit the big screen today, July 31, and fans are already showering the film with mixed but mostly positive reactions. Ever since the posters, teaser, and trailer were released, Kingdom had created major buzz—and now that it’s finally in theaters, audiences are excitedly sharing their reviews on social media.

First Half Gets a Big Thumbs-Up

One viewer gave the film a solid 3.5 out of 5, praising the film’s pacing and energy in the first half. “The first half was really good. Anirudh Ravichandran’s BGM was absolutely electrifying, and Vijay Deverakonda’s performance was top-notch,” the user wrote. They added that the second half also delivered in terms of action and thrill.

Cast Performance Wins Hearts

While some found the second half a bit weaker, the overall cast performance received applause. A user rated the film 3 out of 5, breaking it down further:

• Story: 2.5/5
• Screenplay: 3/5
• Background Music: 2.65/5
• Emotions: 2.5/5
• First Half: 3/5
• Visuals: 3.5/5
• Second Half: 2.75/5
• Cast Performance: 4/5

The ensemble cast, including Satyadev, was appreciated for adding depth and intensity to the film.

Anirudh Ravichandran’s Music Steals the Show

Several fans highlighted the music as one of the film’s biggest strengths. One post read, “Kingdom has a thrilling interval block, with Vijay Deverakonda’s character taking center stage. Anirudh once again proves he’s a master of background scores that elevate heroic moments.”

Another fan wrote, “What a performance by Vijay! Kingdom is a gripping action drama. Gautam Tinnanuri’s storytelling and Anirudh’s background score are a deadly combo. Satyadev also shines brilliantly. Another winner for Sithara Entertainments.”

Kingdom may have had a few shaky moments in the second half, but fans agree that Vijay Deverakonda is back with his signature style, charisma, and energy. With electrifying music, gripping visuals, and strong performances, Kingdom marks a thrilling comeback for the actor post-Liger.

Whether you’re a fan of action dramas or just curious about Vijay’s return, Kingdom is definitely making noise—both at the box office and on social media.