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Hindi CINEMA · 2005
Kisna
The Warrior Poet
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Overview
The film is set in the India of the tumultuous 1930's when nationalists fighting for the country's independence rose up as one, urging the British to quit. At this time, a young Indian, Kisna befriends and then shields a British girl Katherine, from an enraged mob of nationalists including Kisna's own uncle and brother. Katherine is the young daughter of a ruthless British collector. Kisna takes it upon himself to escort Katherine to the safety of the British High Commission in New Delhi, who will arrange for her to board a ship home. A tender attraction develops between Kisna and Katherine during the journey, a love story that is torn between 'Karma' (the noble deed) and 'Dharma' (the duty). Laxmi, the Indian girl Kisna is engaged to, forms the third point in an emotional triangle involving the Indo-British romantic pair
A closer look
Kisna (2005) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama, Romance. Directed by Subhash Ghai. The cast includes Vivek Oberoi, Isha Sharvani, Antonia Bernath, Amrish Puri. Runtime: 170 minutes.
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Kisna FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Kisna?
Kisna is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Kisna?
Our source metadata lists 21 January 2005. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Kisna?
The listed director is Subhash Ghai.
Who is in the cast of Kisna?
The available cast credits include Vivek Oberoi, Isha Sharvani, Antonia Bernath, Amrish Puri, Polly Adams. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Kisna?
The recorded runtime is 170 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Kisna?
The source lists these genres: Drama, Romance.
What is Kisna about?
The film is set in the India of the tumultuous 1930's when nationalists fighting for the country's independence rose up as one, urging the British to quit. At this time, a young Indian, Kisna befriends and then shields a British girl Katherine, from an enraged mob of nationalists including Kisna's own uncle and brother. Katherine is the young daughter of a ruthless British collector. Kisna takes it upon himself to escort Katherine to the safety of the British High Commission in New Delhi, who will arrange for her to board a ship home. A tender attraction develops between Kisna and Katherine during the journey, a love story that is torn between 'Karma' (the noble deed) and 'Dharma' (the duty). Laxmi, the Indian girl Kisna is engaged to, forms the third point in an emotional triangle involving the Indo-British romantic pair
