Maharaja is a new action thriller film that stars Vijay Sethupathi. The film also features Anurag Kashyap and it is produced by Jagadish, it comes from Passion Studios and The Route. Dinesh Purushothaman handled the cinematography, while Ajeesh B Loknath composed the music.
Released on June 14, 2024, it has been well-received for its direction, acting, and story. With a length of 142 minutes, it has impressed both audiences and critics, making it a standout film in Tamil cinema due to its interesting plot and strong performances.
| Title | Maharaja |
| Genre | Action Thriller |
| Director | Nithilan Swaminathan |
| Production Companies | Passion Studios, The Route |
| Main Cast | Vijay S, Anurag K, and Mamta |
| Music Composer | Ajeesh B Loknath |
| Release Date | June 14, 2024 |
| Runtime | 142 minutes |
Maharaja has been praised for its gripping storyline and strong performances. Vijay Sethupathi delivers a standout performance as the titular character, bringing depth and intensity to the role. The film's direction by Nithilan Swaminathan has been noted for its effective pacing and engaging narrative, making it a compelling watch.
Critics have highlighted the film's blend of action and emotional drama, with particular commendation for its cinematography and music. However, some reviews mention that the film's intense scenes might not be for everyone, but overall, Maharaja is celebrated for its bold storytelling and powerful performances.
Actors
- Vijay Sethupathi as Maharaja
- Anurag Kashyap as Selvam
- Mamta Mohandas as Aasifa
- Natarajan Subramaniam as Inspector S. Varadharajan
- Abhirami as Kokila
- Ramdoss (Munishkanth) as Constable Kuzhandhaivelu
- Aruldoss as Sub-inspector R. K. Perumalsamy
Storyline
It is a movie about a man named Maharaja, played by Vijay Sethupathi. His daughter Jothi is attacked and raped by three men: Selvam, Dhana, and Nallasivam. He is very upset and wants to punish these men.
Maharaja starts looking for the attackers. He uses his smarts and strength to find them. The movie shows how he deals with each of the three men. These scenes are very intense and violent. The police, led by Inspector Varadharajan, seem to be helping him in their own way. We also see scenes from the past that explain why things happened.
The movie ends with a big fight where secrets come out. He gets justice for his daughter, but in a very harsh way. The movie talks about getting even, justice, and how past actions can affect the present. It's an intense story with strong acting.
Box Office Trade
Since it was released recently, Maharaja has done really well at the box office, showing that audiences are enjoying it. In its first weekend, the film made around ₹50 crores worldwide, which is more than expected.
Experts think the movie will keep doing well. Given the good reviews and high number of viewers, they believe Maharaja might make over ₹100 crores in the next few weeks.