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Maharaja(2011)

6.5/10
Tamil mins

Maharaja (2011) is a Tamil film directed by Manoharan. With an audience rating of 6.5/10, Maharaja stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2011.

Director:Manoharan
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
30 December 2011
Director
Manoharan
Language
Tamil
GudVibe Rating
6.5/10

Storyline

Mahadevan is a middle-aged government worker stuck in a dull routine. He lives a modest life with his family, feeling unhappy and outdated. He longs for a more modern and exciting life that he feels he has missed.

A quiet man dreams of a life he never lived.

Film Details

6.5Rating
Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date30 December 2011
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
familyidentitycorruptionjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film was originally titled 'Mahadevan' after the protagonist, but was later changed to 'Maharaja' to reflect his inner transformation.
  • Director S. P. Rajkumar shot the film in a brisk 45-day schedule, aiming for a realistic portrayal of middle-class life.
  • Actress Sneha, who plays the wife, was praised for her subtle performance in a role that avoided typical melodrama.
  • The movie's climax, involving a lottery ticket, sparked discussions about fate and sudden wealth in Tamil cinema at the time.
  • Composer Dhina's soundtrack included the song 'Kadhal Vandhuchu', which became a moderate hit on local radio stations.
  • The film is noted for its authentic Chennai middle-class household setting, with many scenes shot in real residential apartments.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Maharaja

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