'Kingdom' catches the ‘Devara' and ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu's sequel fever; Fans question need for part 2; REACTIONS
Vijay Deverakonda
's much-anticipated film 'Kingdom' may have opened to decent buzz during its premiere shows, but the conversation has taken a turn online.
As the credits rolled with a teaser for Part 2, netizens couldn't help but express disappointment over what they called an 'unnecessary' sequel setup.
Viewers praised the film's rich build-up and dramatic intensity leading up to the pre-climax but felt the momentum was lost in a rushed finale.
Many compared it to the recent trend in Telugu cinema — with 'Devara' and 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' also ending with the promise of a second part — a narrative choice that's now wearing thin for audiences.
Twitter reacts: 'Why not tell a full story in one film?'
Social media platforms saw a flurry of reactions, many echoing similar sentiments.
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ne user posted, '#Kingdom is phenomenal up until the pre-climax… and then it just collapses into a rushed fight scene with a random song and that cliffhanger.' Another pointed out, 'Please stop making second halves just to set up Part 2. The story was strong enough to stand alone.' While Vijay Deverakonda's performance and look drew praise, the writing and structure — especially in the second half — came under fire.
A recurring critique was that filmmakers seem more invested in franchise-building than completing an emotional arc within a single film.
Kingdom - Official Telugu Trailer
A trend that's wearing thin - It started like a blockbuster...but
Audiences are increasingly growing wary of films that prioritize cinematic universes over storytelling. As one viewer noted, 'It started like a blockbuster, ended like a compromise.'
From the audiences it's sure that the industry may want to take note: a well-crafted standalone story may leave a stronger legacy than a half-told saga stretching into multiple parts. Whether Kingdom Part 2 can win back the hearts remains to be seen — but for now, it's clear that the forced cliffhanger has left many fans unimpressed.
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