'Maharaja' box office collection: Vijay Sethupathi's film earns over Rs 50 crore in China

'Maharaja', the film starring Vijay Sethupathi, was initially released in theatres last June, and the film received excellent response. Following the initial success, 'Maharaja' was released in China on November 29, and the film was released on a record number of screens. On the opening day, it made a remarkable Rs 10 crore (around $1.18 million), signaling a strong start for Kollywood cinema in China. The film’s momentum continued throughout the first week, and the film saw a major peak during the second weekend. According to Cinetrak, 'Maharaja' has now grossed Rs 50 crore from China, and the film is heading steadily. This surge in collections indicated growing interest and positive reception from the audience.

'Maharaja' has already become the highest-grossing film in China, with these numbers, Vijay Sethupathi's film is poised to become one of the highest-grossing Indian films in China. The total earnings from the global box office, including its initial run, now stand at RS 164 crores. Experts suggest the film will soon surpass Rs 200 crores globally as it continues its successful run. This success highlights the growing appeal of South Indian cinema internationally, especially in markets like China, where films from India have been gaining increased visibility. The positive word-of-mouth and the strong audience ratings have certainly contributed to its performance.

'Maharaja' is a crime thriller starring Vijay Sethupathi as the titular vigilante seeking justice. Directed by Nithilan Swaminathan, the plot centers on a web of family secrets and revenge, with key roles played by Anurag Kashyap, Natarajan Subramaniam, Singam Puli, Munishkanth, and others. The film's soundtrack is by B. Ajaneesh Loknath.