Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India
2001
The year is 1893 and India is under British occupation. In a small village, the tyrannical Captain Russell has imposed an unprecedented land tax on its citizens. Outraged, Bhuvan, a rebellious farmer, rallies the villagers to publicly oppose the tax. Russell offers a novel way to settle the dispute: he challenges Bhuvan and his men to a game of cricket, a sport completely foreign to India. If Bhuvan and his men can defeat Russell's team, the tax will be repealed.
Movie Details
| Original title | लगान |
|---|---|
| Release date | Jun 15, 2001 |
| Status | Released |
| Original language | HI |
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What is Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India about?
The year is 1893 and India is under British occupation. In a small village, the tyrannical Captain Russell has imposed an unprecedented land tax on its citizens. Outraged, Bhuvan, a rebellious farmer, rallies the villagers to publicly oppose the tax. Russell offers a novel way to settle the dispute: he challenges Bhuvan and his men to a game of cricket, a sport completely foreign to India. If Bhuvan and his men can defeat Russell's team, the tax will be repealed.
When was Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India released?
Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India was released on Jun 15, 2001 (status: Released).
Who directed Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India?
The director has not been announced yet.
What is the TMDB rating of Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India?
Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India has a TMDB rating of 7.3/10 from 670 votes.