Maharaj

Maharaj

Year: 2024

Runtime: 132 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Siddharth P. Malhotra

Echo Score: 75
HistoryDrama

Based on a real-life historic court case, a bold journalist questions a revered leader’s immoral behavior.

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1

Karsan's engagement ends over the charan seva ritual

In pre-independence Bombay, Karsan and Kishori are set to marry in a haveli led by Maharaj JJ. Kishori is chosen to perform charan seva, a ritual that is revealed as JJ's exploitation of girls. Karsan is outraged by the abuse and breaks off the engagement, ultimately earning exile from his family.

Pre-independence era Haveli, Bombay
2

Kishori discovers JJ's evil as he preys on Devi

Kishori witnesses JJ preying on her younger sister Devi and realizes the depth of his manipulation. She understands the belief system is built on exploitation rather than faith. Despite this, she fears she has already lost Karsan.

Pre-independence Bombay Haveli
3

Kishori's suicide ends the relationship

Kishori takes her own life just as Karsan is about to offer a second chance. Her death shows the ultimate price of JJ's exploitation. The family mourns, and Devi begins to seek a way to expose JJ.

Soon after Kishori's discovery Kishori's home
4

Devi passes Kishori's final message to Karsan

Devi delivers Kishori's final message to Karsan, urging him to expose JJ's evil to the world. The note becomes the catalyst for Karsan's campaign. This moment rekindles his resolve to fight for justice.

Immediately after Kishori's death Devi's location
5

Karsan vows to expose JJ's misdeeds

Karsan sets out to reveal JJ's exploitation to the public. He faces initial obstacles and opposition from JJ and his followers. The mission becomes a perilous fight for truth.

After Kishori's death Bombay
6

Viraaj joins and helps publish the revelations

Viraaj lends his support and helps publish JJ's misdeeds in his own newspaper. The publication begins to sway followers and bring attention to the abuses. Karsan's voice gains momentum in the city.

During the early campaign Viraaj's newsroom
7

JJ threatens Karsan's father to stifle publication

Enraged by the growing exposure, JJ threatens Karsan's father to stop the publications. The threat tests Karsan's resolve and loyalty to his family. Karsan refuses to yield, pledging to continue.

During the harassment Karsan's family home
8

JJ files a defamation suit against Karsan

JJ retaliates by filing a defamation suit against Karsan. The legal action marks a new battleground as the case moves toward court. Karsan faces a precarious legal fight with limited support.

After the suit is filed Court
9

Viraaj motivates him to persevere

Despite limited support, Viraaj encourages Karsan to push forward for women like Kishori and Devi. He emphasizes the need to give voice to the silenced. The campaign gains a new, stubborn momentum.

During the legal battle City and newspaper offices
10

Karsan takes the stand and speaks truth

Karsan takes the stand, challenging JJ's misinterpretations of scripture and exposing his exploitation of women and girls. He argues for a direct path to the divine, free of JJ's manipulations. The courtroom begins to turn as his words resonate with witnesses.

During trial Courtroom
11

Followers testify against JJ

Haveli followers break with JJ and testify in support of Karsan, validating his published claims. Their testimonies refute JJ's control and demonstrate the harm caused. The courtroom atmosphere shifts toward accountability.

During trial Courtroom
12

Karsan is acquitted; JJ loses influence

The verdict acquits Karsan of defamation, while JJ loses followers and credibility. People applaud Karsan for speaking truth and defending the vulnerable. The public perception of JJ begins to crumble.

After verdict Courtroom
13

Aftermath: new voice for women and a fallen tyrant

Karsan emerges as a voice for women who were forced into silence. The community begins to rebuild trust in justice and reform. JJ's influence wanes as truth prevails and reform movements gain footing.

After trial Bombay streets and haveli communities

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