Maharaja, a Tamil crime drama, has emerged as a colossal box office triumph, grossing a staggering Rs. 46 crores in its maiden week at the Indian box office. Boasting a stellar cast featuring Vijay Sethupathi and Anurag Kashyap, the film has shattered records by posting the highest first-week numbers for a Tamil film this year, eclipsing the previous benchmark set by Ayalaan with its Rs. 42 crore collections during the Pongal festival.
Adding to its domestic triumph, Maharaja has also garnered significant traction overseas, accumulating an impressive USD 2.10 million (Rs. 17.50 crores), with the Middle East serving as a lucrative market, buoyed by the Eid holiday fervor. The film's global box office earnings currently stand at a substantial Rs. 63.50 crores after its first week, poised to soar past the coveted Rs. 100 crore mark as its cinematic journey unfolds.
Delving into the Indian box office landscape, Maharaja has witnessed a remarkable trajectory:
Friday: Rs. 5.50 Cr.n Saturday: Rs. 8.50 Cr.n Sunday: Rs. 11.00 Cr.n Monday: Rs. 7.50 Cr.n Tuesday: Rs. 5.25 Cr.n Wednesday: Rs. 4.50 Cr.n Thursday: Rs. 3.75 Cr.
Contrary to the typical box office dynamics of Tamil films, Maharaja has transcended its regional boundaries, performing exceptionally well outside Tamil Nadu, propelling it to the highest first-week collections of the year. Notably, while Tamil Nadu ranked fourth behind Ayalaan, Captain Miller, and Aranmanai 4, the film's prowess in other markets has catapulted it to the pinnacle of success. In the Telugu-speaking states, the Telugu-dubbed version of Maharaja has resonated strongly with audiences, grossing an astounding Rs. 11.50 crores. Kerala, too, has joined the bandwagon, rallying behind the film after a somewhat slow start, amassing Rs. 3.50 crores in its first week, a significant jump from its opening day collections of just Rs. 30 lakhs.
A detailed breakdown of the territorial box office collections reveals the widespread appeal of Maharaja:
Tamil Nadu: Rs. 26.50 Cr.n AP - TS: Rs. 11.50 Cr.n Karnataka: Rs. 3.75 Cr.n Kerala: Rs. 3.50 Cr.n Rest of India: Rs. 0.75 Cr.
Crowning its triumph, the worldwide box office tally for Maharaja stands at a staggering Rs. 63.50 crores, a testament to its widespread appeal and cinematic brilliance.
