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Is Vijay Sethupathi’s Maharaja being released in China? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

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The Tamil suspense thriller Maharaja, starring Vijay Sethupathi and written and directed by Nithilan Swaminathan, is set to enter the Chinese market following its phenomenal success in India. After a robust theatrical run in Tamil Nadu, the film gained nationwide acclaim through its streaming debut on Netflix. Despite stiff competition from Kalki in 2898 Ad, Maharaja emerged as a box-office success. Now, the film is poised to captivate audiences in China with its grand release.

Cast and Crew of Maharaja

Maharaja was written and directed by Nithilan Swaminathann. Vijay Sethupathi plays the titular role. The...

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