What Is Ashwatthama About?
The premise of Ashwatthama without spoilers.
While on holiday, a young boy named Ishvaku is captivated by his mother's retelling of the warrior Ashwatthama's tragic tale from the Mahabharata. This story details Ashwatthama's vengeful actions and subsequent curse from Lord Krishna, condemning him to eternal suffering. Their time together is abruptly shattered by a bandit attack that claims Ishvaku’s mother’s life. Afterward, he is sent to his family’s ancestral village in Central India, where he finds a family struggling to maintain their traditions amidst changing times. A visit from a sacred bull further complicates his life, foreshadowing both wisdom and impending tragedy.
Ashwatthama Cast & Characters
Aryan leads the cast as Ishvaku, with Pushpendra Singh and Ashya as Laali.
- Aryan as Ishvaku
- Pushpendra Singh
- Ashya as Laali
- Sangeeta Kumari as Mathu didi
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Ashwatthama FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Ashwatthama, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Ashwatthama?
Ashwatthama runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
When was Ashwatthama released?
Ashwatthama was released on November 8, 2017.
Who is in the cast of Ashwatthama?
Ashwatthama stars Aryan as Ishvaku, Pushpendra Singh and Ashya as Laali, among 7 credited actors.
Does Ashwatthama have a post-credit scene?
No. Ashwatthama has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Ashwatthama in?
The original language of Ashwatthama is Hindi.
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