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Aśoka (2001)168 minAction, DramaRating 57/100

In this biopic set before his rise to power, 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: Shah Rukh Khan, Ajith Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Hrishitaa Bhatt, Danny Denzongpa, Sooraj Balaji, Rahul Dev

Director: Santosh Sivan