Manikarnika – The Queen of Jhansi(2019)
A story based on the life of Rani Laxmi Bai of Jhansi and her war against the British East India Company, during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Prime Video, YouTube
- OTT Release Date
- 25 January 2019
- Theatrical Release
- 25 January 2019
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 53m
- Rating
- 7.0/10
Storyline
A History, Drama, Action film released in 2019. Story of Rani Lakshmibai, one of the leading figures of the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and her resistance to the British Rule.... The narrative explores complex themes and character development, delivering meaningful entertainment.
“Her legend sparked a nation's fight for freedom.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Manikarnika – The Queen of Jhansi
Cast reunions in this film: Danny Denzongpa & Suresh Oberoi (6 films together), and Danny Denzongpa & Kulbhushan Kharbanda (5 films together).
Trivia
- Kangana Ranaut performed many of her own stunts, including sword-fighting sequences, after extensive training.
- The film's climax battle was shot over 45 days with 2000 junior artists and 150 horses.
- The film faced controversy when co-director Krish left the project, alleging Kangana took over directorial control.
- Actress Ankita Lokhande made her Hindi film debut in this movie, playing the role of Jhalkaribai.
- The film's budget was around ₹125 crore, making it one of the most expensive Indian films led by a female actor.
- Real elephants and horses were used in large battle scenes, with animal rights activists monitoring the sets.
- Kangana Ranaut reportedly learned horseback riding and sword fighting for six months before filming began.
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