Directed by Nithilan Swaminathan, 'Maharaja' starring Vijay Sethupathi, was a massive hit in theaters and later achieved significant success in China, grossing Rs 25 crore within three days. This made it the highest-grossing Tamil film in China.

Released on June 18 on Netflix, Maharaja has gone on to conquer Taiwan, where it ranked in the top 10 non-English films.

Ahead of its official release, Sethupathi's 50th film Maharaja held limited previews in China. The film's gripping narrative and Vijay Sethupathi's powerful performance struck a chord with Chinese audiences. Fans are raving about the film’s intense climax, which is said to leave a lasting impression.

Tamil movie Maharaja, the first Indian film to be released in China after the last month’s accord to normalise ties between the two countries ending the standoff in eastern Ladakh, has earned around ₹16 crore on the first day of its release on Friday.

Tamil film Maharaja, starring Vijay Sethupathi made a strong debut in China, earning Rs 16 crore on its first day. Directed by Nithilan Swaminathan, the suspense drama has captivated audiences with its unique narrative and cultural depth.

Maharaja boasts an impressive 8.7/10 rating on Douban, one of China’s leading movie review websites, making it one of the highest-rated Indian films in recent years