Ashoka was a great emperor of India and his contribution towards the uplift of Indian people (Hindus and Bhuddists) is an indelible trait of his towering personality but unfortunately it has not been properly projected in this historical movie.
Instead, the young Ashok (icon of the Mauraya Hindu Kingdom) is depicted like a replica of the medieval uncivilized conqueror Chengez Khan. Why has the conversion of Ashok to Bhuddism, his contribution towards the alleviation of the Indian people by undertaking various welfare and development works has not been highlighted in the film ? He is mostly remembered as a people's King of ancient India like Cyrus was for the Persian people.
The director's money minting mentality can be amply read as he has endeavored to reveal the early gory and cruel picture/character of the future just and altruistic ruler of ancient India. Why has the author and director overshadowed Ashoka's pious, pitiful, resilient and people friendly trait that was the hallmark of his personality after the bloody battle of Kalinga which was fought during his youth ?
There is definitely much more than meets the eye after viewing this picture. A second part of this movie should be made which should elaborate the great achievements of Ashoka in the field of early spread of Bhuddism and his public welfare campaigns and works.
Instead, the young Ashok (icon of the Mauraya Hindu Kingdom) is depicted like a replica of the medieval uncivilized conqueror Chengez Khan. Why has the conversion of Ashok to Bhuddism, his contribution towards the alleviation of the Indian people by undertaking various welfare and development works has not been highlighted in the film ? He is mostly remembered as a people's King of ancient India like Cyrus was for the Persian people.
The director's money minting mentality can be amply read as he has endeavored to reveal the early gory and cruel picture/character of the future just and altruistic ruler of ancient India. Why has the author and director overshadowed Ashoka's pious, pitiful, resilient and people friendly trait that was the hallmark of his personality after the bloody battle of Kalinga which was fought during his youth ?
There is definitely much more than meets the eye after viewing this picture. A second part of this movie should be made which should elaborate the great achievements of Ashoka in the field of early spread of Bhuddism and his public welfare campaigns and works.