Maharaja, directed by Nithilan Saminathan, is a Tamil action thriller starring Vijay Sethupathi in his 50th lead role. Released on June 14, 2024, the film also features Anurag Kashyap, Mamta Mohandas, and Natty (Natarajan Subramaniam) in key roles. With a gripping storyline and powerful performances, Maharaja attracted significant attention from audiences.
Cast & Crew Details
- Vijay Sethupathi as Maharaja
- Anurag Kashyap
- Mamta Mohandas
- Natty (Natarajan Subramaniam)
- Abhirami Gopikumar
- Divyabharathi
- Singampuli
- Aruldoss
- Munishkanth
- Sachana Namidass
- Manikandan
- Bharathiraja
Directed by: Nithilan Saminathan
Produced by: The Route, Think Studios, Passion Studios
Music by: Ajaneesh Loknath
Cinematography: Dinesh Purushothaman
Editing: Philomin Raj
Maharaja Worldwide Boxoffice collections breakdown:
| Territory | Gross Collection (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | 56.00 |
| Andhra Pradesh & Telangana | 13.00 |
| Karnataka | 7.00 |
| Kerala | 5.45 |
| Rest of India | 2.00 |
| India Total | 83.45 |
| Overseas (including China) | 117.00 |
| Worldwide Total Gross | 200.45cr |
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Box Office Performance
Maharaja opened with a strong response, collecting ₹5 crore on its first day. The film performed exceptionally well over the opening weekend, grossing ₹52.6 crore, making it one of the biggest Tamil openers of 2024. It had a steady domestic run, with India’s total collection reaching ₹76 crore.
A major boost to Maharaja’s box office success came from its overseas performance, particularly in China, where it amassed a substantial ₹91.65 crore and still running successfully.
Critical Reception & Verdict
Maharaja received positive reviews from both audiences and critics. Vijay Sethupathi’s performance was widely praised, with many calling it one of his career-best roles. The film’s intense screenplay and engaging narrative also drew appreciation.
At the box office, Maharaja turned out to be a big success, especially due to its overseas market performance. With a worldwide gross of ₹199.55 crore, it became one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of 2024.
