Following the release of Merry Christmas, Vijay Sethupathi is set to return to theaters with his upcoming action drama, Maharaja. The film, directed by Nithilan Swaminathan, promises to deliver intense action sequences and a gripping storyline. Known for his versatile acting skills, fans and critics are looking forward to how the actor performs in the film.
Before you jog into the cinema halls, here’s everything you need to know about the Maharaja movie’s release date, cast, budget, OTT, and more.
Maharaja release date, plot & runtime
Maharaja is slated to hit theaters on June 14, 2024. The story revolves around a barber whose life is upended when his home is burglarized. The anonymous person takes something he cryptically refers to as his Lakshmi. However, this leaves everyone unsure whether Lakshmi is a person or a precious item. Following this incident, the barber consistently quests to recover his Lakshmi. This journey pushed him into the criminal underworld, where he confronts various demanding situations and uncovers deeper truths.
According to BookMyShow, Maharaja has a 2 hours and 30 minutes runtime and holds a UA certificate. This means that the movie is unrestricted, but parental discretion advisory is required for children under 12. Therefore, the movie is appropriate for all audiences.
Moreover, Maharaja marks Vijay Sethupathi’s 50th film as a lead actor. As the movie’s theatrical release approaches, OTT enthusiasts eagerly await its digital release. Reports from The Statesman have confirmed that the streaming rights for Maharaja have been acquired by the OTT giant Netflix. However, the exact streaming date has not yet been announced.
Following the South Indian cinema trend, Maharaja is expected to become available for digital streaming approximately 45-60 days after its theatrical release. While the movie hits theaters soon, audiences will need to wait a bit longer to enjoy it digitally from their home comfort.
Maharaja cast: Which actors star in Vijay Sethupathi’s upcoming Tamil movie?
The film is directed by Nithilan Swaminathan and features Vijay Sethupathi in the lead role. Other supporting cast include Anurag Kashyap, Abhirami, Mamta Mohandas, Bharathiraja, Munishkanth, Thenappan P.L., Nataraja Subramanian, Singampuli, Aruldoss, Manigandan, Vinod Sagar and Sachana Namidass. Jagadish Palanisamy and Sudhan have produced the film under the Passion Studios banner. On a technical front, B. Ajaneesh Loknath scored the music, Dinesh Purushothaman handled the cinematography, and Philomin Raj edited the film.
In a recent interview, Vijay Sethupathi shared insights into choosing the script. He said, “When Nithilan Swaminathan narrated it to me, I immediately connected with my character. How? It’s just an instinct. Most of the time, my gut feeling pays off. This time, I felt an instant relatability with my character. I know what it is to want to protect one’s family.”
Describing about his role in film, Vijay said, “I can’t tell you much about my role. If I do, you wouldn’t want to watch it. But yes, it is a revenge story with lots of emotions. Anurag Kashyap plays the antagonist. We have always had mutual respect. I liked working with him. He was an interesting co-star.”
Ahead of its theatrical release, filmmakers arranged Maharaja’s early screening for critics and garnered a positive response. After experiencing the film, the viewers took to X and showered their love towards the film. One correspondent hailed it as the Best Tamil Film of the Year, while another rated it 4.5/5, praising its cinematic presentation and content. Director Nithilan Swaminathan expressed gratitude to reviewers on social media, sharing their positive feedback.
With such acclaim, Maharaja is poised for a strong opening at the box office. Overall, it will intriguing to see its opening day box office performance. Stay tuned for Maharaj’s opening day collection.
