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Movie Overview
Aśoka is a Action, Adventure, Drama, History, Romance, War film. It has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10, based on 150 votes.
Directed by: Santosh Sivan
Produced by: Sanjiv Chawla, Juhi Chawla Mehta, Shah Rukh Khan
Storyline
A young Prince Asoka works to perfect his skills in battle and also deals with family conflict. During a struggle with one of his step-brothers, his mother urges Asoka to escape to stay alive. While away, Asoka meets Kaurwaki and falls in love, but must use his skills as a warrior to protect her. A dangerous and heartbreaking web of conspiracy follows, which leads Asoka to embrace a Buddhist path.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 2001-09-13 |
|---|---|
| Runtime | 175 minutes |
| Budget | $17,000,000 |
| Box Office | $19,000,000 |
| Languages | हिन्दी |
Cast & Characters
The film features remarkable performances by the following actors:
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Shah Rukh Khan | Emperor Ashoka Maurya / Pawan |
| Kareena Kapoor Khan | Kaurwaki |
| Hrishitaa Bhatt | Devi |
| Danny Denzongpa | Virat |
| Sooraj Balaji | Prince Aryan |
| Rahul Dev | Bheem |
| Ajith Kumar | Susima Maurya |
| Gerson Da Cunha | Emperor Bindusara Maurya |
| Subhashini Ali | Queen Dharma |
| Umesh Mehra | Emperor Chandragupta Maurya |
Production Details
| Production Companies | Red Chillies Entertainment |
|---|---|
| Filming Locations | India |
| Cinematographers | N/A |
Critical Reception
This movie currently has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10, based on 150 votes. Reviews reflect audience appreciation of its unique qualities.
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Why Watch?
If you’re a fan of Action, Adventure, Drama, History, Romance, War, Aśoka is highly recommended. From its performances to its unique storytelling, it’s bound to leave an impression.
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