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65% Critic Match
Aśoka
“Only the dead have seen the end of war”
6.5 / 10• 2001• 2h 55m•R• Hindi
ActionAdventureDramaHistoryRomanceWar
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.
Cast & Crew
Shah Rukh Khan
Emperor Ashoka Maurya / Pawan
Lead
Ajith Kumar
Susima Maurya
Kareena Kapoor Khan
Kaurwaki
Hrishitaa Bhatt
Devi
Danny Denzongpa
Virat
SB
Sooraj Balaji
Prince Aryan
Rahul Dev
Bheem
GD
Gerson Da Cunha
Emperor Bindusara Maurya
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Santosh Sivan's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Aśoka is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
