Review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) by Kirk C — 16 Nov 2012

My favourite bollywood movie...till now.

Great performances and very patriotic.

This review of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) was written by Kirk C on 16 Nov 2012.

Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India has generally received very positive reviews.

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