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Aśoka (2001)

Original title: अशोक

R · 2001-09-13 · 2h 55m · HI
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Only the dead have seen the end of war

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.

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Santosh SivanDirector
Budget
$17M
Box office
$19M

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Top billed cast

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Shah Rukh KhanShah Rukh KhanEmperor Ashoka Maurya / PawanDenise Van OutenDenise Van OutenHostJim JacobsJim JacobsHimself - JudgeKathleen MarshallKathleen MarshallHerself - JudgeBilly BushBilly BushKareena Kapoor KhanKareena Kapoor KhanKaurwakiAjith KumarAjith KumarSusima MauryaDanny DenzongpaDanny DenzongpaViratRahul DevRahul DevBheemHrishitaa BhattHrishitaa BhattDeviSooraj BalajiSooraj BalajiPrince AryanGerson Da CunhaGerson Da CunhaEmperor Bindusara Maurya

Keywords

Ancient worldEmperorIndiaHistorical dramaCommanderBuddhismReue

Movie DNA

Genre affinityAction · Drama · AdventureTheme affinityAncient World · Emperor · IndiaMood preferenceRomanceDialogue densityDramaPacingAction · LongEmotional intensityWar · Romance

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Frequently asked questions about Aśoka

What is Aśoka about?

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.

How long is Aśoka?

Aśoka has a runtime of 175 minutes.