Box Office Collection – July 31, 2025 (Opening Day)
Net India Collections
Kingdom Day 1 Impressive Epic Box Office
- Multiple sources report that Kingdom earned approximately ₹15.50 crore net on its first day in India .
- Other trade figures suggest a slightly stronger performance, estimating a ₹15.75 crore net opening
- In general, the consensus across major outlets places the opening around ₹15.5–15.75 crore net
Vijay Deverakonda’s much-anticipated film Kingdom stormed the box office on its opening day, collecting an impressive ₹15.75 crore across India. The film saw strong footfalls in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, with several shows running housefull. Its grand visuals, gripping storyline, and Deverakonda’s performance contributed to the buzz. Critics and fans alike praised the film, boosting word-of-mouth momentum. With such a powerful start, Kingdom is poised for a strong weekend run.
Comparison with Vijay Deverakonda’s Past Openers
Kingdom Day 1 Impressive Epic Box Office This marks one of Vijay Deverakonda’s best opening days, surpassing Kushi (₹15.25 crore) and The Family Star (₹5.75 crore).
However, it just falls short of Liger’s ₹15.95 crore Day 1, making Kingdom a close second in his career-high openings .
Occupancy & Regional Performance
Telugu-Language Version
Kingdom Day 1 Impressive Epic Box Office
- Combined occupancy across the Telugu version averaged ~57.87% .
- Breakdowns included:
- Morning shows: ~63.56%
- Afternoon: ~56.52%
- Evening: ~50.12%
- Night shows: ~61.27%
This strong, steady turnout across the day underscores robust regional interest, particularly in Telugu-speaking states.
Tamil-Language Version
Kingdom Day 1 Impressive Epic Box Office
- The Tamil-dubbed version performed more modestly, with overall occupancy around 19.07%
- Regional variances: Morning shows ~13.66%, afternoon ~21.66%, evening ~11.69%, night ~20.28%
While Telugu markets dominated the turnout, the Tamil business remains lower than expectations.
North America & International Preview
Kingdom Day 1 Impressive Epic Box Office
- Kingdom also premiered in North America roughly on July 30.
- Early reports indicate premiere‑day gross in the U.S. exceeded $900,000 (~₹8.5 crore)
- Filmmakers’ statements mention North America gross crossing the $1 million mark (~₹8.5–9 crore) later in the evening
This sets a new record for Vijay in that market, making it his biggest international opener to date.
Critical & Trade Context
Kingdom Day 1 Impressive Epic Box Office
- Pre-release analysts forecasted a ₹15 crore Day 1 based on advance bookings and buzz around the trailer and music predictions which largely came true .
- Reports noted Kingdom exceeded expectations and produced a career-best Day 1 opener for Vijay in Telugu cinema, despite narrowly missing topping Liger’s record.
Summary Table
Kingdom Day 1 Impressive Epic Box Office
| Metric | Value |
| India Day 1 (net) |
₹15.50 – 15.75 crore
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| Vijay’s previous opener comparison |
Liger: ₹15.95 cr (higher), Kushi: ₹15.25 cr (lower)
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| Telugu overall occupancy |
~57.9% (morning 63.6%, night 61.3%)
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| Tamil version occupancy | ~19.1% |
| North America premiere gross | ≳ $900k – $1M (~₹8.5–9 cr) |
Interpretation & Outlook
- Strong Regional Pull: The film’s strong Day 1 in Telugu regions indicates a solid core audience base. Morning and night show occupancy peaked above 60%, reflecting fan enthusiasm.
- Near-Miss with Career Best: Kingdom nearly matches Liger’s ₹15.95 crore opening, positioning it as Vijay’s second-biggest opener despite Liger faring poorly overall at the box office.
- Modest Dubbed Reach: Lower exposure and traction in Tamil-speaking markets limited the dubbed version’s contribution, though Hindi uptake remains low.
- Robust Overseas Reception: With over $900,000–$1M in North American premieres, Kingdom sets Vijay’s new overseas Day 1 benchmark.
Final Notes
Kingdom Day 1 Impressive Epic Box Office All figures are based on trade tracker Sacnilk estimates and industry reporting on the opening day, July 31, 2025.
Overall, Kingdom has delivered a solid and career-reviving opening, particularly in the Telugu heartland, even as it inches up on Vijay Deverakonda’s personal box office benchmarks. The film’s overseas strength bodes well for its global run.