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RATING
9.5/10
POPULARITY
90

Maharaja, a simple barber, becomes embroiled in a series of violent events after reporting the theft of his dustbin, Lakshmi. His quest for justice leads him into a confrontation with powerful adversa... Read more

Maharaja, a simple barber, becomes embroiled in a series of violent events after reporting the theft of his dustbin, Lakshmi. His quest for justice leads him into a confrontation with powerful adversaries, challenging his perceptions of right and wrong. Show less

RELEASE DATE
January 1, 1970
GENRES
Action, Thriller, Drama

Quick Info

Release Date January 1, 1970
Language Tamil
Rating 9.5/10
Popularity 90
Genres Action, Thriller, Drama
MPAA Rating MA 15+

Storyline

The film explores vengeance, morality, and the blurred lines between right and wrong, highlighting the human cost of pursuing justice outside the law.

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Did You Know

Trivia
  • Maharaja is Vijay Sethupathi's 50th film as a lead actor.
  • The film's non-linear storytelling draws comparisons to Christopher Nolan's works.
  • Anurag Kashyap makes a notable appearance, marking his return to Tamil cinema.
  • The film's budget was approximately 20 crore, with a global gross of 190 crore.
  • A sequel is currently in pre-production, following the film's success.
Goofs
  • During the police station sequences, the bruise on Maharaja's forehead changes size and color inconsistently between shots.
  • In the flashback scenes, the daughter's school emblem changes style - indicating non-continuity costuming.
  • A street scene shows modern branding blurred incorrectly, appearing and disappearing between cuts.
  • A character's weapon switches from a metal rod to a wooden stick in one transition shot.
Quotes
  • "Ennoda Lakshmi-ya thirudina adhu oru thappu illa. Adhu en uyir-a thirudina madhiri".
  • Stealing Lakshmi isn't just theft - it's like stealing my life.
  • "Nallavanga amaidhiyil irukkura varaikkum ketta vanga bayappadave maataru."
  • Evil never fears the good - as long as the good remain silent.
  • "Naan yosicha mudivu, vechachu mudikka poren."
  • Once I decide I finish.
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  • The final credits include still frames highlighting key characters with a monochrome stylized theme.
  • The end displays a message emphasizing protection of the vulnerable and raising voice against injustice - tying directly to the film's emotional core.
  • Credits roll over ambient sound design rather than a traditional song or score, maintaining the film's dark tone.
Connections
  • Maharaja shares thematic elements with films like Ezra 2017 and Pizza 2012, blending investigative thriller elements with occult and horror motifs.
Soundtracks
  • Composer: B. Ajaneesh Loknath
  • "Raja Paya Onnu"
  • "Maharaja Theme"
  • "Justices Edge"

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