Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India

Lagaan (Hindi: लगान; English: Land Tax) is a 2001 Bollywood sports film written and directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. Aamir Khan, who was also the producer for the film, stars with Gracy Singh in the lead roles; British actors Rachel Shelley and Paul Blackthorne play the supporting roles. Made on a budget of 25 crore (US$4.99 million), the film was shot in an ancient village near Bhuj, India. The film is set in the Victorian period of India's colon... More

Initial release date:

  • Jun 15, 2001

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  • 3 h 44 min

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Also known as:

  • Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India,
  • Land Tax,
  • Lagaan

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Directed by

Ashutosh Gowariker

Ashutosh Gowariker (Marathi: आशुतोष गोवारिकर) (born 15 February 1964) is an Indian film director, actor, writer and producer. He is known for directing the films Lagaan (2001), Swades (2004), Jodhaa Akbar (2008), What's Your Raashee (2009) and Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey (2010). He was nominated for...

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Film release region Release Date Film release distribution medium
  • 2001
  • May 8, 2002
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Estimated budget:

Currency Amount Valid Date
  • 250,000,000
  • 2001

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Awards

Filmfare Award for Best Movie Nominees

Zee Cine Award Best Film Winners

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