“Vijay Deverakonda’s ‘Kingdom’ Crashes After Decent Start: Rs. 66 Crore in 4 Days, But Declared Flop”
Actor Vijay Deverakonda’s latest Telugu film Kingdom had a disappointing run at the box office over the weekend. Released with high expectations, the movie collected around Rs. 66 crore worldwide in its first four days. Despite an okay opening, the movie failed to maintain momentum, and the weekend trend was poor.
In this article, we will break down the box office performance of Kingdom, look at Vijay Deverakonda’s recent career struggles, and explain how the film industry, especially Telugu cinema, is currently facing challenges.
Opening Day Was Decent, But Drop Started Soon
On its release day, Kingdom earned Rs. 18.25 crore in India, which was a decent start for a Vijay Deverakonda film. However, the numbers started dropping right after. On Friday, the film collected just Rs. 9.50 crore, followed by Rs. 10 crore on Saturday. Shockingly, there was a fall on Sunday, and the collection dipped to Rs. 9.25 crore.
Here’s the Day-wise India Box Office Collection:
- Thursday: Rs. 18.25 crore
- Friday: Rs. 9.50 crore
- Saturday: Rs. 10.00 crore
- Sunday: Rs. 9.25 crore
- Total India Collection (4 Days): Rs. 47 crore
Worldwide Box Office Collection
The film did make some money from international markets. It collected around USD 2.2 million (Rs. 19 crore approx.) from overseas. That brings the total worldwide collection to Rs. 66 crore.
- India: Rs. 47 crore
- Overseas: Rs. 19 crore
- Worldwide Total: Rs. 66 crore
Area-Wise Box Office Breakdown in India
Let’s look at how Kingdom performed in different regions:
- Nizam: Rs. 18.00 crore
- Ceded: Rs. 3.75 crore
- Andhra: Rs. 14.75 crore
- Karnataka: Rs. 4.25 crore
- Tamil Nadu: Rs. 3.25 crore
- Rest of India: Rs. 3.00 crore
- Total India Gross: Rs. 47.00 crore
Overseas Collection:
- North America: USD 1.7 million
- Rest of World: USD 0.5 million
- Total Overseas: USD 2.2 million (~Rs. 19 crore)
Why the Movie Failed to Click
Even though Kingdom had a good star cast and a promising start, it could not hold audience attention. The film dropped on Saturday and Sunday, which usually are the strongest days for collections. That shows that word-of-mouth was not positive, and the audience did not connect with the movie.
The high production cost also made it harder for the film to recover its investment. To become a hit, Kingdom needed a much stronger performance at the box office. The flat trend made it clear that the film would not last long in theatres. It is expected to see a big drop from Monday onwards.
Vijay Deverakonda’s Rough Patch Continues
Kingdom is another setback for Vijay Deverakonda. He has not had a box office hit since 2018, when Taxiwaala became a success. Since then, most of his films have either underperformed or completely flopped.
Despite being one of the most talked-about actors in the Telugu industry, his recent film choices have not worked in his favor. His fans still support him, but the industry is now questioning his future as a leading hero.
Telugu Film Industry’s Ongoing Struggles
The failure of Kingdom is not an isolated case. Just last week, Hari Hara Veera Mallu also bombed at the box office. Apart from the Sankranti season, most Telugu films in 2025 have not done well. The industry is facing a rough year, and producers are finding it hard to recover their investments.
Audiences are now more selective, especially after the rise of OTT platforms. They want good content and strong storytelling. Star power alone is no longer enough.
What’s Next for Vijay Deverakonda?
After Kingdom, all eyes are on Vijay Deverakonda’s next move. Will he choose a content-driven project next? Will he return to smaller, story-based films like Arjun Reddy and Taxiwaala that made him famous?
He still has a strong fan base and huge social media following. If he picks the right script, he can bounce back. But for now, Kingdom has added another disappointment to his career.
Conclusion
Kingdom had a good opening but failed to keep up the pace. With Rs. 66 crore collected worldwide in 4 days, the numbers look decent on paper, but the trend is not promising. The weekend drop and poor reviews may seal its fate as another flop in the Telugu film industry.
For Vijay Deverakonda, this is a wake-up call. To make a comeback, he needs to focus on good content and avoid big-budget risks that don’t connect with audiences. As for the industry, it’s time for introspection and change.
