Maharaja

Released Jun 13

2h 26m

Action

Drama

Mystery & Thriller

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50%

Tomatometer

12 Reviews

93%

Audience Score

50+ Ratings

A barber seeks vengeance after his home is burglarized, cryptically telling police his "lakshmi" has been taken, leaving them uncertain if it's a person or object. His quest to recover the elusive "lakshmi" unfolds.

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Bhuvanesh Chandar

The Hindu

In his sophomore film, Nithilan Saminathan pronounces the style of filmmaking he wishes to follow, but convenience in the writing and a contrived third act mars this gripping thriller.

Jun 29, 2024

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Ganesh Aaglave

Firstpost

Maharaj deserves a watch for bringing out the sensitive part of Indian history and the heroic mindset of Karsandas Mulji.

Rated: 3/5

Jun 29, 2024

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Prathyush Parasuraman

Film Companion

An intellectually disingenuous, narratively floppy film...

Jun 29, 2024

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Nandini Ramnath

Scroll.in

A royal slog.

Jun 29, 2024

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Devesh Sharma

Filmfare

Maharaj serves as a stellar launchpad for Junaid Khan. It is a film that combines strong performances, a compelling story, and proficient direction.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jun 29, 2024

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Renuka Vyavahare

The Times of India

Sadly, its insipid storytelling douses the fire of its premise.

Rated: 2.5/5

Jun 28, 2024

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Rajashankar R

Movie was so detail and emotional

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/23/24

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Sureka

Must watch movie. After a long time watched a good movie. but the screen play and editing played a major role.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/19/24

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Dheeraj

Excellent writing and screenplay! stellar performance by Vijay Sethupathi

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/19/24

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vino

Please watch it! Not with young kids . The movie was much better than I expected.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/17/24

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Dineshkumar M K

I think 2024 best tamil movie, also the best screenplay of tamil cinema🥵🥵🥵

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/30/24

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Harish N

"Maharaja" is a rollercoaster of a movie that keeps you guessing until the very end. The plot twists and turns are unexpected, making it impossible to predict what will happen next. The pacing is perfect, keeping you on the edge of your seat throughout. The characters are complex and well-developed, each with their own motivations and secrets. The acting is superb, with each actor bringing their character to life with passion and intensity. The cinematography is visually stunning, capturing the grandeur of the royal setting while also highlighting the raw emotions of the characters. The music is perfectly matched to the tone of the movie, adding to the overall suspense and excitement. Overall, "Maharaja" is a must-watch for anyone who loves a good thriller. It's a captivating story with twists, turns, and outstanding performances. Don't miss it!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

06/23/24

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Nithilan Swaminathan

Director

Anurag Kashyap

Selvam

Vijay Sethupathi

Maharaja

Abhirami

Selvam's wife

Mamta Mohandas

Aasifa

Natarajan Subramaniam

S. Varadharajan

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Synopsis

A barber seeks vengeance after his home is burglarized, cryptically telling police his "lakshmi" has been taken, leaving them uncertain if it's a person or object. His quest to recover the elusive "lakshmi" unfolds.

Director: Nithilan Swaminathan
Producer: Jagadish Palanisamy, Sudhan Sundaram
Screenwriter: Nithilan Swaminathan
Distributor: AV Media Consultancy
Production Co: Passion Studios, The Route
Genre: Action, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: Tamil
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 13, 2024, Limited
Runtime: 2h 26m