Mangal Pandey - The Rising

A sweeping, earnest historical drama that builds slowly toward a tense, tragic climax, blending friendship and rebellion with a somber, inspiring weight.

Directed by

Ketan Mehta

Genres

Drama, History

Starring

Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji, Toby Stephens

Overview

The film begins in 1857, when India was ruled by the British East India Company. Mangal Pandey is a sepoy, a soldier of Indian origin, in the army of the East India Company. Pandey is fighting in the Anglo-Afghan Wars and saves the life of his British commanding officer, William Gordon. Gordon is indebted to Pandey and a strong friendship develops between them, transcending both rank and race.

How it feels

Earnest, tense, melancholic and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Rebellion, friendship, betrayal, justice

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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