‘Maharaja’: Here’s why the Tamil thriller stands out

Vijay Sethupathi’s Maharaja is headed toward Hollywood, as the Tamil thriller is reportedly in line for an official remake. Directed by Nithilan Swaminathan in 2024, the film has drawn global interest following a successful run in China and its later streaming release. Should the adaptation move forward, it will represent a major milestone by becoming the first Tamil movie to secure an official Hollywood remake.