FACT CHECK: Was Vijay Deverakonda’s ‘Kingdom’ Delayed Due to India-Pakistan Tensions?

Claim

Vijay Deverakonda’s upcoming film Kingdom was delayed from May 30 to July 4, 2025, due to the rising tensions between India and Pakistan.

Fact

True. The release of Kingdom has been officially postponed. Vijay Deverakonda took to X (formerly Twitter) and posted a note explaining that the film’s release date has been pushed due to the “current atmosphere” and “unforeseen events” in the country. While the note does not directly name India-Pakistan tensions, the timing and phrasing strongly indicate that the decision was made in light of escalating geopolitical events.

Evidence

• Vijay Deverakonda wrote: “Recent unforeseen events in the country and the current atmosphere have made it difficult for us to move forward with promotions or celebrations.”
• The film Kingdom, which was originally scheduled to release on May 30, 2025, will now release on July 4, 2025.
• The decision has been supported by producer Dil Raju and co-producer Nithin.
• The official statement emphasizes that the change was necessary to preserve the film’s promotional quality and creative integrity.

About the Film

• Directed by: Gowtham Tinnanuri
• Starring: Vijay Deverakonda, Bhagyashri Borse, Satyadev
• Music by: Anirudh Ravichander
• Production: Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas
• Hindi version: Saamraajya, with voiceover by Ranbir Kapoor
• Teaser Narration: Jr NTR (Telugu), Suriya (Tamil)

The film is a high-stakes spy-action thriller and is reportedly the first part of a duology.

Verdict: TRUE

Vijay Deverakonda’s Kingdom has indeed been delayed, and while not explicitly stating “India-Pakistan tensions,” the note and timing support that geopolitical tension was a major factor in the decision.