: The narrative includes the courtly battles of the Magadha Kingdom and the brutal tactics used by the Mauryan dynasty to maintain power. Notable Production Elements
The 2001 film , directed by Santosh Sivan , is an epic historical drama that dramatizes the early life of the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka. Starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor , the movie traces his journey from a ruthless warrior and general to a legendary teacher of Buddhism following the bloody Kalinga War . Movie Index & Key Details index of asoka movie