Vijay Deverakonda's action-packed spy thriller "Kingdom" has opened big in theaters and is now gearing up for its digital debut on Netflix. Directed by Gautam Tinnanuri, the film was released on July 31, 2025, and despite receiving mixed reviews, it had a decent opening at the box office, collecting under Rs 45 crore in its first week. However, the film's momentum didn't last long, and it's expected to hit Netflix soon.
The OTT rights for "Kingdom" were acquired by Netflix for a whopping Rs 50 crore, covering all languages with a 4-week theatrical window. According to reports, the film might premiere on Netflix around August 28 or September 1, 2025. Fans are eagerly awaiting the OTT release, hoping that the makers will include an extended cut with deleted scenes, such as a romantic song and a fight sequence, which were omitted from the theatrical version.
"Kingdom" is an Anirudh Ravichander musical that follows the story of Surya "Suri," a humble police constable played by Vijay Deverakonda, who gets recruited for an undercover operation. The film also stars Sathyadev, Bhagyashri Borse, and others, and its plot explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and brotherhood. Despite its promising premise, the film's box office performance has been underwhelming, with a budget of Rs 130 crore, making it uncertain whether it will break even.
The film's controversy surrounding the depiction of Sri Lankan Tamils has sparked protests, and the team has issued an apology. With "Kingdom" set to stream on Netflix soon, fans are curious to see how the film plays out in its digital version and whether the extended cut will add value to the storytelling.