Actor Vijay Deverakonda’s comments about prioritizing relationships and spending more time with his girlfriend, amid ongoing dating rumors with actress Rashmika Mandanna, have sparked interest.

In an interview with Cinema Vikatan, Vijay expressed regret for not having spent enough time with his family, friends, and girlfriend over the past few years, stating that he has been “growing up” and now consciously makes efforts to allocate time for his loved ones.

His upcoming movie, Kingdom, is set for release on July 31, 2025.

Directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri and starring Bhagyashri Borse and Satyadev, the film’s pre-release event is scheduled to be held in Hyderabad three days prior to its theatrical release.