```htmlVijay Deverakonda's Kingdom is encountering difficulties. The newly launched film has upset certain political groups for supposedly depicting Sri
Lankan Tamils unfavorably. Numerous individuals have also expressed discontent over the filmmakers naming the villain after the Tamil deity Lord Murugan, who is highly esteemed in the area. Consequently, it is experiencing significant protests and criticism in Tamil Nadu. Kingdom is helmed by Gowtam Tinnanuri and premiered in theaters on July 31. The action film also features Satyadev and Bhagyashri Borse. ALSO READ: Kingdom Ending Explained: Was Vijay Deverakonda A Spy Or Reincarnation Of King?
Kingdom faces protests in Tamil Nadu
On August 6, news of protests against Kingdom emerged after it was observed that certain elements of the film had incited anger among a segment of the audience. The primary opposition came from Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) members, who criticized the creators for offending Tamil sentiments. They asserted that Kingdom portrays Sri Lankan Tamils as "antagonists." Furthermore, they labeled it as insensitive, claiming it tarnished the identity and history of Tamilians. NTK is currently mobilizing across the state to conduct protests outside various cinemas, demanding a prohibition on Kingdom's exhibition in Tamil Nadu. At several locations, protests have reportedly escalated into violence, necessitating police intervention.
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About Kingdom
Kingdom is a political thriller set against the tumultuous backdrop of 1990s Sri Lanka. Vijay Deverakonda portrays an undercover officer with a personal quest to find his brother, and his intense, brooding performance has garnered acclaim thus far.
The filmmakers have recently announced that the movie will be available for streaming on Netflix. The production company will reveal the OTT release date shortly.```
