Maharaja (2024)
Summary
Maharaja is an intense and emotionally charged thriller that stands out for its gripping storytelling and brilliant performances. Vijay Sethupathi delivers one of his most mature and restrained performances, portraying a father broken by tragedy but fueled by vengeance. The screenplay keeps the audience guessing till the very end, slowly unveiling the mystery behind “Lakshmi.”
Movie review
Maharaja completely blew me away with its storytelling and emotion. I went in expecting a typical revenge thriller, but what I got was something much deeper. Vijay Sethupathi’s performance is simply outstanding — he expresses pain, silence, and anger all at once. The emotional connection between the father and his daughter is what gives this film its heart.
The movie’s mystery keeps you hooked from start to finish, and the final reveal is unforgettable. The background music gives goosebumps during key moments, and Anurag Kashyap’s presence adds a chilling intensity. Maharaja is not just a revenge story; it’s a film about love, loss, and justice. One of the best Tamil movies of 2024 — a must-watch for thriller lovers.
Nicely crafted movie with exceptional performances by Vijay Sethupathi and Anurag Kashyap. Engaging from the first scene itself. Mamta Mohandas has been underutilised. Abirami is impressive though for a short time. Casting was excellent.
I need to watch it again, as I still have one question that was unanswered. Watching in a theatre was great because of a very appropriate background score. It’s cinematic brilliance at its best.
This is one movie where gore needed to be allowed to drive home a certain point (unlike animal). Strikes a very deep chord as you think hard, long after the movie is over
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