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Tamil actor Vijay Sethupathi’s 50th film, Maharaja, has taken the global film industry by storm, emerging as a colossal success. After a brief period of underperformance, the actor made a triumphant return with this film, which rapidly became a blockbuster in India, grossing an impressive 104 crores.

The film’s success story didn’t end there. Its release in China has been nothing short of phenomenal. In a mere 18 days, Maharaja has raked in over 82 crores in the Chinese market, surpassing Baahubali 2’s lifetime collections in the region. This is a remarkable achievement for any Indian film.

While Baahubali 2 was a global sensation, its performance in China fell short of expectations, grossing around 80 crores. In contrast, Maharaja has defied expectations, breaking records and carving a niche for itself in the Chinese market. This extraordinary success highlights the growing appeal of Indian cinema in international markets, particularly in China.

With its rising popularity and continued box office success, Maharaja is now on track to reach a net collection of 186 crores, with the potential to cross the 200 crore mark globally. As the film continues to captivate audiences worldwide, it’s clear that Maharaja isn’t just a hit in India but a true global sensation.

The performance of Maharaja suggests a paradigm shift in the global film industry, with Indian cinema gaining significant traction in untapped international markets. As the film approaches the 200 crore milestone, it could pave the way for more Indian films to reach global audiences, breaking barriers and setting new benchmarks in box office history.