Kingdom Day 1 Box Office Collection: Vijay Deverakonda Sets New Records With Powerful Opening
Kingdom, starring Vijay Deverakonda, debuted in theatres with notable box office numbers on Day 1. The spy action thriller saw impressive occupancy rates and remarkable collections domestically and overseas, setting the stage for a strong box office run.
Vijay Deverakonda returns to the big screen with “Kingdom,” one of the most anticipated Telugu spy action thrillers of 2025. Released on July 31, the film not only generated excitement pre-release but also translated that buzz into healthy box office figures on its opening day. Let’s explore the detailed collection, audience response, and factors behind Kingdom’s solid debut.
Box Office Collection: Day 1 Performance
Kingdom collected approximately ₹3.85 crore (India net, all languages) on its first day according to early reports. Overseas, the film fared remarkably well, grossing over $650,000 (₹5.42 crore) from North American premieres alone. Combining these, the film’s worldwide first-day earning is estimated to be around ₹10 crore, with several reports predicting the figure could reach as much as ₹15–19 crore as final numbers arrive.
Occupancy Rates and Audience Response
The Telugu version saw a morning occupancy of 63.56%, the fourth-highest for a Telugu film in 2025. Regions like Warangal and Vishakhapatnam reported near-housefull shows, highlighting the film’s strong mass appeal. The Tamil version recorded lower occupancy, yet contributed to overall collections.
Advance Booking and Overseas Success
Advance bookings were robust, with Kingdom selling tickets worth over ₹13 crore worldwide before release—including about ₹5 crore from overseas pre-sales. North American premieres alone brought in over $650,000, underlining Vijay Deverakonda’s pull among international audiences.
Cast, Crew, and Audience Reviews
Directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, Kingdom stars Vijay Deverakonda, Bhagyashri Borse, Satya Dev, and Ayyappa P Sharma. The film’s action sequences, music, and cameo appearances (notably Nani) have been praised, even as reviews indicate mixed reactions to the storytelling and pace.
Box Office Outlook
With strong advance numbers, Day 1 collections, and positive initial reception, Kingdom is positioned to be one of Vijay Deverakonda’s biggest openers. If positive word-of-mouth continues, the film could emerge as one of the top Telugu hits of 2025.
Key Takeaway:
Kingdom’s Day 1 box office results confirm Vijay Deverakonda’s star power, backed by impressive domestic and overseas collections, robust occupancy, and strong audience anticipation. The film is set for a robust weekend and could set new benchmarks for Telugu cinema this year.
Note: Box office numbers are based on early estimates and may be updated as official figures are released.
