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Ashutosh Gowariker (born 15 February 1964) is an Indian film director, actor, screenwriter and producer who works in Hindi cinema.He is known for directing films "set on a huge canvas while boasting of an opulent treatment".
Ashutosh has now engaged in the filming of his newest magnum opus Panipat, which is slated to release on December 6th, 2019. Based on the legendary third battle of Panipat, which took place on 14th January 1761 between the Marathas and King of Afghanistan, Panipat promises to be his grandest outing yet. More at IMDbPro. Contact info. Agent info.
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Feb 15, 2024 · Ashutosh Gowariker’s Lagaan was a big cultural moment for Indians. It was probably the first time that Indians woke up at an ungodly hour to watch the Oscar telecast because there was an Indian film, and a much loved one at that, which was on the verge of making history on the biggest international stage.
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Ashutosh Gowariker (born February 15, 1964, Bombay [now Mumbai], India) is an Indian actor, director, and screenwriter who was perhaps best known for Lagaan (2001; “Agricultural Tax”). Gowariker attended Mithibai College in Bombay (Mumbai), where he earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. He developed a love of performance while in ...
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Jun 15, 2021 · The director of the Oscar-nominated film Lagaan recounts his journey of making a risky period drama and its global impact. He also pays tribute to the late cast and crew members who made the film a success.
Learn about the life and career of Ashutosh Gowariker, a versatile Indian film director who has made historical epics, musicals, comedies and thrillers. Find out his awards, trivia, quotes and upcoming project Panipat.
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Feb 15, 2018 · Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker has over the years kept bringing his audience back to their roots and Indian culture with his award winning films like Lagaan, Swades and Jodha Akbar. On his birthday, we recall why these films are still important.
