The action-thriller film ‘Maharaja’, starring Vijay Sethupathi, has set an impressive milestone at the box office on its opening day. Clocking in at a solid Rs 4.50 crore nett, the movie has emerged as the 3rd best opening of 2024 for the Kollywood industry, as reported by industry tracker Sacnlik. Directed by Nithilan Saminathan, this marks Sethupathi’s 50th film in his career. ‘
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The initial response to ‘Maharaja’ has been extremely positive with the film garnering good reviews from both critics and audiences. The limited release of the film in North India without a Hindi dubbed version hasn’t hindered its performance, as it attracted a 43 percent occupancy in night shows on its opening day. Even in Telugu markets, the movie received a strong response with close to 40 percent occupancy. The solid start has paved the way for ‘Maharaja’ to capitalize on the extended weekend ahead. ‘
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As the word of mouth spreads, the movie is expected to witness a strong growth in its box office numbers over the weekend. With a projected earning of nearly Rs 8 crore on the second day, ‘Maharaja’ aims to cross the Rs 20 crore mark within the first three days of its release. The presence of Bakri Eid holiday on Monday further adds to the movie’s prospects of achieving a significant milestone. ‘
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‘Maharaja’ stands as the third-highest Tamil film opener of the year, following closely behind ‘Aranmanai 4’ and ‘Captain Miller’. Vijay Sethupathi’s role as a single father in pursuit of a stolen dustbin unravels a gripping narrative filled with unexpected twists and turns. The unique storytelling approach has earned praise from critics, lauding the movie for its engaging plot and visual elements. ‘
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Overall, the success of ‘Maharaja’ on its opening day signals a promising journey for the film in the coming days, as it aims to captivate audiences with its compelling storyline and stellar performances.
