Maharaja is a new South Indian movie directed by Nithilan Swaminathan, came out on June 14, 2024. It stars Vijay Sethupathi as Maharaja, a respected middle-aged barber, and Anurag Kashyap as Selvam. The film also features Mamta Mohandas, Natarajan, and Abhirami in key roles.
The story follows Maharaja as he tries to uncover the truth behind a mysterious theft. Despite facing doubt from the authorities, he gradually reveals hidden secrets along the way. Produced by Jagadish P and Sudhan S, the movie offers thrilling scenes and stunning cinematography.
| Title | Maharaja |
| Release Date | June 14, 2024 |
| Director | Nithilan Swaminathan |
| Producers | Jagadish Palanisamy, Sudhan Sundaram |
| Production Company | Passion Studios |
| Main Cast | Vijay Sethupathi, Mamta Mohandas, Anurag, Natarajan |
| Genre | Action, Thriller |
| Language | Tamil |
Maharaja stars Vijay Sethupathi in his 50th film who delivered a standout performance that highlights his acting range. The story follows a father's determined journey to recover his stolen possession, Laxmi, blending mystery with deep emotions.
Sethupathi's portrayal of Maharaja, who is both tender and fiercely driven, captivates audiences, while Anurag Kashyap leaves a memorable impact in a brief role. The film’s storytelling jumps back and forth in time, supported by Ajaneesh Loknath’s evocative background score and Dinesh Purushothaman’s impressive cinematography.
Cast Members
- Vijay Sethupathi as Maharaja
- Anurag Kashyap as Selvam
- Sachana Namidass as Jyothi
- Mamta Mohandas as Aasifa
- Natarajan Subramaniam as Inspector S. Varadharajan
- Abhirami as Kokila
- Divya Bharathi as Selvi, Maharaja's wife
Theatrical Collection
The film had a great opening weekend, making around ₹25.15 crores. This makes it the second biggest opening for a Tamil film in 2024, just behind Captain Miller. On its first day, Maharaja earned about ₹5.40 crores. Over the weekend, it saw a big increase in earnings, with around ₹9 crores on Saturday and ₹10.75 crores on Sunday.
According to the latest reports of Filmy4wap, the film has made about ₹39.5 crores worldwide. Experts say its success is due to strong reviews and positive word-of-mouth, which have kept it popular at the box office. Despite competition from other movies like Garudan, Maharaja is still attracting audiences and is expected to keep earning well.
Plot
The movie Maharaja tells a gripping story about a barber whose life changes dramatically after his home is robbed, and something important to him, called Lakshmi, is stolen. As he tries to find Lakshmi, whether it's a person or an object, he gets involved in the criminal world. Along the way, he encounters many challenges and discovers truths that profoundly affect him.
As the plot unfolds, we learn that the barber, played by Vijay Sethupathi, finds out the thieves have connections to his past. He sets out to seek revenge and justice, facing off against corrupt officials and experienced criminals.
Maharaja is now showing in theatres and getting good reviews from viewers. If you're waiting to watch it online, Netflix has bought the rights. Also, check out more such content on Vegamovies website home.