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Madha Gaja Raja(2017)

Tamil150 mins

Madha Gaja Raja is a 2025 Indian Tamil-language action comedy film directed by Sundar C. The film stars Vishal in the lead role, alongside Santhanam, Anjali, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, and Sonu Sood. The story follows Madha Gaja Raja, a village strongman who takes on a corrupt media baron named Karukuvel Vishwanath. Raja helps his school friends who have been wronged by Vishwanath. The film was originally shot in 2012 but faced a 12-year delay due to legal and financial issues. It was finally released on 12 January 2025 during the Pongal weekend. Despite its outdated style, the film was a commercial success, grossing over ₹75 crore worldwide. It received mixed reviews, with praise for its nostalgic comedy and criticism for its politically incorrect jokes.

Director:Sundar C.
Filmed In:Chennai, Palani, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Australia
Occasion:Pongal 2025
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
30 August 2017
Director
Sundar C.
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 30m
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Storyline

Madha Gaja Raja is a village hero who protects his people. When his old school friends are wronged by a powerful media baron, Raja steps in. He fights corruption, saves his friends, and wins the girl he loves. A classic masala entertainer with action, comedy, and romance.

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Film Details

150Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date30 August 2017
OccasionPongal 2025
Filmed InChennai, Palani, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Australia

Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Madha Gaja Raja

Cast reunions in this film: Santhanam & Prakash Raj (18 films together), Prakash Raj & Subbaraju (12 films together), Santhanam & Arya (11 films together), Prakash Raj & Manivannan (9 films together), Santhanam & Sundar C. (8 films together), and Prakash Raj & Sonu Sood (8 films together).

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