Maharaja is a Tamil thriller directed by Nithilan Swaminathan, with Vijay Sethupathi starring. The film also features Anurag Kashyap. Produced by Jagadish Palanisamy under Passion Studios and The Route, the movie is expected to be an exciting watch with strong performances and a captivating story.
The film has gained attention for its talented cast and intriguing plot. Maharaja is notable as Sethupathi’s 50th film in a leading role. Released in June, it quickly received positive reviews for its gripping storyline and strong performances.
| Name | Maharaja |
| Genre | Thriller, Drama |
| Directed by | Nithilan Swaminathan |
| Actors | Vijay Sethupathi, Anurag K |
| Producers | Jagadish Palanisamy |
| Release Date | June 14th |
| Music | Ajeesh B Lokanath |
| IMDb Score | 6.5/10 |
| OTT Platform | Netflix |
| Language | Telugu, Tamil, Hindi |
Maharaja has been well-received by critics and audiences. The film’s exciting story and great performances, especially from Vijay Sethupathi, have earned it high ratings. Reviews often highlight the movie's intense plot and strong characters, giving it ratings between 4 to 4.5 out of 5. It is considered a must-see Tamil thriller this year.
Nithilan Swaminathan's direction is praised for keeping the suspense high and delivering a powerful ending. The combination of strong acting and a well-written script makes Maharaja a standout film in Tamil cinema.
Main Actors
- Vijay Sethupathi as Maharaja
- Anurag Kashyap as Selvam
- Mamta Mohandas as Aasifa
- Natarajan as Inspector
- Abhirami as Kokila Srilakshmi
- Divyabharathi as Maharaja's Wife
- Ramdoss as Constable
Brief Story
Maharaja follows the character Maharaja, played by Vijay Sethupathi, whose life changes dramatically due to unforeseen events. The movie explores themes of power, revenge, and justice, keeping viewers engaged. Selvam, played by Anurag Kashyap, plays a crucial role, leading to dramatic confrontations and twists.
The story examines how these events affect Maharaja and those around him, showing a man pushed to extreme actions by his circumstances. The film is filled with suspense and emotional depth.
Box Office
Maharaja has done very well at the box office, earning around ₹110 crores worldwide. Its success is due to the engaging plot and Sethupathi’s strong performance. The budget of the film was ₹20 crores, the film has made over 256% of its cost, which makes it a box office hit. It had a steady run in theaters, boosted by positive reviews and word-of-mouth.
Trade analysts have noted that Maharaja has done exceptionally well both in India and abroad, making it one of the top Tamil films of 2024.
Maharaja is currently available on Netflix starting July 12, 2024. It can be streamed in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. You can check Bappam for more such South Indian cinema content.