The Tamil action thriller Maharaja has had an impressive run at the China box office. It not only surpassed Baahubali 2 to become the highest-grossing South Indian film in China but has now secured a place among the top 10 highest-grossing Indian films in the country. Here’s a closer look at the film’s performance and collections.
Domestic Box Office Collection
Maharaja had a strong start in India, with its third-highest opening for a Tamil film in 2024. The film went on to gross 71.30 crore net in India and became the 10th most profitable Indian film of 2024, delivering a return on investment (ROI) of 256.5%.
China Box Office Run
Released in China on November 29, 2024, Maharaja had the widest release for a Tamil film there, with over 40,000 screens. Despite falling short of the 100-crore mark, the film has wrapped up its Phase 2 run with impressive earnings of 91.65 crore gross. The numbers are remarkable, showcasing the film’s popularity.
Worldwide Total
The film grossed 25 crore in its initial overseas run, and thanks to strong word-of-mouth, it saw significant growth in Phase 2 of its China run. The worldwide total now stands at an impressive 200.78 crore.
Here’s a breakdown of Maharaja’s worldwide collections:
- India Net: 71.30 crores
- India Gross: 84.13 crores
- Phase 1 Overseas (Other markets): 25 crores
- Phase 2 Overseas (China): 91.65 crores
- Worldwide Gross: 200.78 crores
Top 10 Highest-Grossing Indian Films in China
With its impressive China earnings, Maharaja has now entered the list of the top 10 highest-grossing Indian films in China, ranking at number 10. Here’s the full list:
- Dangal – 1305.29 crores
- Secret Superstar – 757.1 crores
- AndhaDhun – 333.62 crores
- Bajrangi Bhaijaan – 295.76 crores
- Hindi Medium – 219.17 crores
- Hichki – 156.66 crores
- PK – 128.58 crores
- Mom – 110.04 crores
- Toilet: Ek Prem Katha – 100.39 crores
- Maharaja – 91.65 crores
While Maharaja didn’t hit the 100-crore mark in China, its box office success in both India and overseas is a huge achievement for the film.
