Some films you spoil by describing them. Maharaja is one of them. The non-linear structure does genuine work. Each flashback resets your understanding of the story.
The Setup (No Spoilers)
Vijay Sethupathi plays a barber whose most-prized possession — a dustbin (yes) — is stolen during a robbery. The investigation takes turns no plot summary should preview.
The Performances
Sethupathi is masterful as always. Anurag Kashyap, in a rare on-screen role, is terrifying.
The Bottom Line
One of the great Indian thrillers of recent years. Watch it on Netflix before someone spoils the structure.
