His exploits are legendary, but Ashoka is perhaps best known for renouncing war and embracing Buddhism.Īfter witnessing the large-scale destruction of Kalinga, Ashoka gave up arms and devoted his life to Buddhism and spreading its teachings. AsokaĬast: Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Ajith Kumar, Danny DenzongpaĮmperor Ashoka of the Maurya dynasty ruled over most of the Indian subcontinent in the 3rd century BC. The film also accurately portrays several historical events, so it’s a must-watch for all the history buffs out there. Boasting a lengthy runtime, spectacular visuals and costumes, and amazing performances, Jodhaa Akbar is epic in every way. Jodhaa AkbarĬast: Hrithik Roshan, Aishwarya Rai, Sonu Sood, Kulbhushan KharbandaĪshutosh Gowariker’s Jodhaa Akbar is an epic historical romance film inspired by the Mughal Emperor Akbar and his wife Jodhaa Bai. The film also won two National Film Awards. However, Bhagat Singh has since become a symbol of resistance against the British.ĭirected by Rajkumar Santoshi, The Legend of Bhagat Singh also accurately portrays the life and deeds of its titular hero. The trio’s actions received both praise and condemnation. He is known for the symbolic bombing of the Central Legislative Assembly in Delhi, for which he was arrested and executed.īhagat Singh and his associates, Rajguru and Chandra Shekhar Azad, were also complicit in the murder of a British police officer. The Legend of Bhagat Singh is based on the Indian revolutionary and folk hero Bhagat Singh.
Mangal Pandey: The Rising received positive reviews and is one of the few Indian movies to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.Ĭast: Ajay Devgn, Amrita Rao, Sushant Singh, Akhilendra Mishra, Raj Babbar Mangal Pandey: The Rising brilliantly portrayed the life of the titular hero and his heroic actions that almost overthrew the British Raj. This led to a mutiny, which eventually turned into a widespread rebellion across the country.
Pandey, along with several other sepoys, protested the draconian rule of the company and the cow-fat-greased cartridges of their rifles. Mangal Pandey was an infantryman in the British East India Company, who is largely responsible for igniting the revolt of 1857.
Mangal Pandey: The RisingĬast: Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji, Toby Stephens, Kirron Kher, Ameesha Patel It’s a work of fiction, yes, but one that every Indian should watch at least once in their lives. The film also introduced global audiences to a new generation of Indian cinema. Lagaan was well-received by critics and is partly responsible for elevating Aamir Khan to worldwide stardom.
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