Aśoka
"Only the dead have seen the end of war"
Originally released in 2001. Aśoka is a action/adventure film. directed by Santosh Sivan. With a runtime of 2h 55m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Hrishitaa Bhatt
Synopsis
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
September 13, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
2h 55m
175 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (154 votes)
Budget
$17M
Production budget
Box Office
$19M
1.1x return
Language
Hindi
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Top Cast
Shah Rukh Khan
as Emperor Ashoka Maurya / Pawan
Kareena Kapoor Khan
as Kaurwaki
Hrishitaa Bhatt
as Devi
Danny Denzongpa
as Virat
Sooraj Balaji
as Prince Aryan
Rahul Dev
as Bheem
Ajith Kumar
as Susima Maurya
Gerson Da Cunha
as Emperor Bindusara Maurya
Subhashini Ali
as Queen Dharma
Umesh Mehra
as Emperor Chandragupta Maurya
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- HI
- Budget
- $17,000,000
- Revenue
- $19,000,000
Production Companies
- Red Chillies Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
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. Whil...
Who directed Aśoka?
Aśoka was directed by Santosh Sivan.
How long is Aśoka?
Aśoka has a runtime of 2 hours and 55 minutes (175 minutes total).
When was Aśoka released?
Aśoka was released on September 13, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Aśoka?
The main cast of Aśoka includes Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Hrishitaa Bhatt, Danny Denzongpa, Sooraj Balaji.
Is Aśoka worth watching?
Aśoka has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 154 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.