Aśoka (2001)
Original title: अशोक
Aśoka is a 2001 Hindi-language action movie directed by Santosh Sivan, with a running time of 2h 55m. It stars Shah Rukh Khan, Ajith Kumar and Kareena Kapoor Khan.
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 answers
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.
When was Aśoka released?
Aśoka was released on 13 September 2001.
How long is Aśoka?
Aśoka runs 2h 55m.
Who made Aśoka?
Aśoka was directed by Santosh Sivan.
Where can I watch Aśoka?
Aśoka is available on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Sun Nxt, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Aśoka
Stream: Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Sun Nxt
Rent: Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Shah Rukh Khan as Emperor Ashoka Maurya / Pawan
- Ajith Kumar as Susima Maurya
- Kareena Kapoor Khan as Kaurwaki
- Hrishitaa Bhatt as Devi
- Danny Denzongpa as Virat
- Sooraj Balaji as Prince Aryan
- Rahul Dev as Bheem
- Gerson Da Cunha as Emperor Bindusara Maurya
- Subhashini Ali as Queen Dharma
- Umesh Mehra as Emperor Chandragupta Maurya
- Vineet Sharma as Sugatra
- Shweta Menon as Nandaneshwari