Maharaja, a Tamil action-drama film directed by Nithilan Swaminathan, was released on June 14, 2024. It stars Vijay Sethupathi in the main role, supported by Anurag Kashyap, Abhirami, and Mamta Mohandas.
Despite some delays at first, it finally hit theaters and excited fans. With Vijay Sethupathi giving a strong performance and an exciting plot, the movie is expected to do well at the box office, given its big budget and high production values.
| Title | Maharaja |
| Director | Nithilan Swaminathan |
| Main Cast | Vijay S , Anurag K (Selvam), Sachana (Jyothi), etc. |
| Supporting Cast | Natarajan Subramaniam, Abhirami, etc. |
| Genre | Action Drama |
| Release Date | June 14, 2024 |
| Language | Tamil, Hindi Dubbed |
| Company | Passion Studios |
It is a thriller film starring Vijay Sethupathi in his 50th film. The story centers around a barber named Maharaja who reports an unusual burglary involving a rusted dustbin named 'Lakshmi.' This seemingly minor incident unravels a deeper and intense narrative that keeps viewers engaged until the end.
Vijay Sethupathi's nuanced acting and Anurag Kashyap's compelling portrayal of the antagonist enrich the film's depth . The screenplay is notable, non-linear storytelling that gradually reveals a hidden mystery. Despite its dark and intense themes, the movie incorporates moments of humor, although not all of them are entirely successful.
Main Actors
- Vijay Sethupathi as Maharaja
- Anurag Kashyap as Selvam
- Sachana Namidass as Jyothi / Ammu
- Mamta Mohandas as Aasifa
- Natarajan Subramaniam as Inspector S. Varadharajan
- Abhirami as Kokila
- Divya Bharathi as Selvi
Story
The film has an interesting story about a barber named Maharaja and his daughter Jyothi, who live in Chennai. Their lives change dramatically when their home is robbed, and a rusty dustbin named 'Lakshmi' is stolen. This dustbin is very precious to them because it saved Jyothi's life in an accident that also took Maharaja's wife.
To get 'Lakshmi' back, he offers a large bribe to the police, which makes them suspicious about what's really inside the dustbin. Their investigation uncovers shocking truths about the thieves and reveals a dark history involving his family. As the story unfolds, his determination to find 'Lakshmi' uncovers a deeper plot and reveals the true reasons behind the burglary.
Box Office
Maharaja, which came out on June 14, 2024, has been doing exceptionally well at the box office. Directed by Nithilan Swaminathan and produced by Passion Studios and The Route, the film stars Vijay Sethupathi, Anurag Kashyap, Abhirami, and Mamta Mohandas. It has quickly become a favorite among audiences in South India.
In its first week, the film earned ₹47.3 crore in India and ₹18 crore overseas, making a total of ₹66.2 crore worldwide. Industry experts have noted its strong performance in key cities like Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Warangal. With continued interest and good theater attendance,
Currently, the movie is being shown in cinemas across South India. But, its digital streaming date is likely to be around late July or early August 2024. Till then, you can check more movies like this on Bollyflix website that have more than hundreds of such titles.