Review of Aśoka (2001) by Heather C — 11 Nov 2007

First ever indian film I watched in the cinema!

This review of Aśoka (2001) was written by Heather C on 11 Nov 2007.

Aśoka has generally received positive reviews.

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By Arsh K (2) on 04 Dec 2010

One of the most bullshit movies I have ever seen. Badly directed, horrible music and acting. The consolation was to see Kareena…

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This movie has a lot of the dancing and singing that most Indian movies…

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