Vijay Sethupathi‘s action-thriller Maharaja has become a sensation at the Chinese box office, raking in ₹20 crore within two days of release. Directed by Nithilan Saminathan, the film’s remarkable debut highlights its global appeal and strong storytelling.
A Record-Breaking Start
Maharaja sold over 200,000 tickets on Saturday alone, amassing a total of 420,000 admissions—the highest for any Indian film in China since the pandemic. With a near-full occupancy on nearly 40,000 screens, the film grossed:
- ₹5.4 crore from premiere screenings
- ₹4.6 crore on the opening day
- ₹9.3 crore on Saturday
Bilateral Milestone
This is the first Indian film to release in China following recent improvements in India-China relations. The normalization of ties after the Eastern Ladakh standoff provided the framework for Maharaja‘s historic release.
Worldwide Success
Adding its Chinese collections to its stellar domestic earnings, Maharaja has amassed ₹126 crore globally.
Analysts expect the film to cross the ₹150 crore milestone soon, with projections of a ₹30 crore-plus opening weekend in China alone.
Audience Appeal and Critical Acclaim
Marketed as an action-packed thriller with emotional depth, Maharaja has resonated with international audiences. Its strong narrative and compelling performances have made it a crowd-puller, with industry experts suggesting the film could reach ₹1,000 crore in lifetime earnings if momentum persists.
Tamil Cinema Goes Global
Maharaja‘s success cements Tamil cinema’s growing influence in global markets. It joins the league of Indian films that have dominated in China, such as Dangal, Secret Superstar, and AndhaDhun.
Top-Grossing Indian Films in China
- Dangal: ₹1,200 crore
- Secret Superstar: ₹863 crore
- AndhaDhun: ₹333 crore
- Bajrangi Bhaijaan: ₹296 crore
- Hindi Medium: ₹219 crore
The film’s unprecedented success underscores the potential of Indian cinema to thrive in international markets.
Maharaja continues to captivate audiences, making Vijay Sethupathi’s performance and Tamil storytelling global phenomena.
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