Aśoka (2001)
Overview
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.
Cast
Shah Rukh Khan
Emperor Ashoka Maurya / Pawan
Ajith Kumar
Susima Maurya
Kareena Kapoor Khan
Kaurwaki
Hrishitaa Bhatt
Devi
Danny Denzongpa
Virat
Rahul Dev
Bheem
Vineet Sharma
Sugatra
Shweta Menon
Nandaneshwari
Johny Lever
Maurya Soldier (uncredited)
Suresh Menon
Maurya Soldier
Gayatri Jayaraman
Special Appearance
Shaan Mukherjee
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