On Thursday, actor Vijay Deverakonda announced the title of his upcoming film, Kingdom, and unveiled a teaser that has caught the attention of audiences. The film, which is set to release in three languages—Tamil, Hindi, and Telugu—features a voice-over by Ranbir Kapoor for the Hindi version. While the makers believed Kapoor’s voice would resonate with the film’s tone, netizens have expressed a contrasting opinion, taking to social media to voice their criticisms of Ranbir’s performance.
The teaser for Kingdom has ignited discussions online, as viewers react to Vijay Deverakonda’s intense action sequences. However, many users have criticized Ranbir Kapoor’s voice-over, describing it as “dull” and suggesting that another actor, Ajay Devgn, would have been a better choice to complement Deverakonda’s action-packed role. One user on X stated, “Honestly, Ranbir’s voice is dull; Ajay Devgn would have done justice to it.” Another user chimed in, “Worst voice… NTR’s voice only suits.”
For the Tamil version, actor Suriya has lent his voice, while Junior NTR is responsible for the Telugu version. The teaser effectively sets the stage for a tense narrative, hinting at the struggles faced by certain groups of people. The visuals feature Vijay in a rugged look, complete with a six-pack, cropped hair, and a beard, adding to the intensity of the promotional material.
Directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, the film has a score by Anirudh Ravichander and is edited by Navin Nooli. It is produced by Naga Vamsi S and Sai Soujanya under the banners of Sithara Entertainments and Fortune 4 Cinemas. Srikara Studios will present the film, which is expected to hit theaters on May 30.
The mixed reactions to Ranbir Kapoor’s voice-over in the teaser highlight the unpredictable nature of audience expectations in cinema. As the release date approaches, the buzz around Kingdom is likely to intensify, drawing in both fans of Vijay Deverakonda and those intrigued by the controversies that have arisen from the teaser. The film’s unique premise and early critiques set an engaging stage for its upcoming release.
