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Asoka (2001)

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Reviews Counted:10

Fresh:10

Rotten:0

Average Rating:7.6/10

Rated: Not Rated

Runtime: 2 hrs 30 mins

Genre: Foreign Films

Theatrical Release:Oct 26, 2001 Limited

Box Office: $337,464

Synopsis: An epic tale of one of the greatest rulers of India, ASOKA is a testament to the redemptive power of love. Asoka inherited India's throne in third century B.C. The Indian dynasty was poised to... An epic tale of one of the greatest rulers of India, ASOKA is a testament to the redemptive power of love. Asoka inherited India's throne in third century B.C. The Indian dynasty was poised to conquer the entire peninsula and the king began his reign by leading the charge. However, the emperor found greater meaning in the love of two women and was soon transformed, renouncing warfare and adopting the principles of the Buddha. This 2001 Indian biopic of the peaceful leader is a work of great political and dramatic significance. [More]

Starring: Shahrukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Danny Denzongpa, Ajit Kumar

Starring: Shahrukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Danny Denzongpa, Ajit Kumar

Director: Santosh Sivan

Director: Santosh Sivan
Studio: First Look

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This enthralling film deserves to realise Indian producers' longstanding dream of reaching an international audience.

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11/06/01
Rachel Dwyer
Rachel Dwyer
Sight and Sound

Part historical epic, Part booty-shaking music video. While the musical segues could have ended up on the editing room floor, I’ve sat through worse things than Kareena Kapoor shaking her bootay.

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If you leave your prejudices at the box office, you may find it rather invigorating -- if a little on the lengthy side.

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10/30/01
Neil Smith
Neil Smith
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While it doesn't quite stack up with the best of recent Indian imports ... this handsome historical epic does have a lot to recommend it.

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Jeff Vice
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Bold, rich, vibrant and passionate.

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