Did Vijay Deverakonda Wish Anirudh's Music Would Play When He Came Onscreen?

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Key Takeaways
- Vijay Deverakonda expresses admiration for Anirudh.
- The film 'Kingdom' features Anirudh's music.
- Vijay reflects on his journey as an actor.
- First single titled 'Hridayam Lopala' is set to release.
- Film scheduled to premiere on May 30.
Chennai, May 2 (NationPress) Expressing his admiration for music composer Anirudh, Telugu actor Vijay Deverakonda revealed he was initially curious about the identity of this talented individual. He shared that he had long hoped that Anirudh's music would accompany him whenever he stepped onto the screen as an actor.
In a heartfelt message on his X account, with the launch of the first single from his upcoming film 'Kingdom', for which Anirudh has composed the music, Vijay expressed, "This is my small love letter to Ani, as we unveil a romantic track. I have been a huge fan of Anirudh since the days of VIP and 3. I often wondered who this genius was and wished that if I ever had the opportunity to act, his music would play as I appeared on-screen.
"Fast forward 10 years, and now with my 13th film set to release in just 28 days, this marks the debut collaboration of Anirudh and Vijay Deverakonda on a song. I’m filled with joy and pride as an actor. From this moment, we are sharing our worlds and emotions with you, hoping it brings happiness and cherished memories into yours. Love, Vijay."
The film's first single, titled 'Hridayam Lopala', features a romantic and sensuous vibe, picturized on Vijay Deverakonda and Bhagyashri Borse.
Just a day earlier, Vijay had shared a promotional clip for the song, stating, "Amidst the shadows of betrayal and the facade of a bond lies a palpable tension. From the realm of #Kingdom, this is an Anirudh track that is destined to be replayed endlessly. #HridayamLopala"
It’s worth noting that the production team has confirmed that the dubbing for the film’s first half has been concluded. With considerable anticipation surrounding the film, especially after releasing a captivating teaser, it is set to premiere on May 30 this year.