Mirch Masala(1987)
Early-1940s, rural British India. When a woman decides to fight against the village's despotic subedar and is supported by the guard of the local spice factory, more women join to defy the prevailing oppression.
Movie: Mirch Masala
Top 10 Billed Cast
Sonbai
Subedar
Chowkidar Abu Miya
Saraswati
Mukhi
Pandit
Villager
Maanki, factory worker
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Overview
Early-1940s, rural British India. When a woman decides to fight against the village's despotic subedar and is supported by the guard of the local spice factory, more women join to defy the prevailing oppression.
Release Date
1987-02-18
Average
7.8
Rating:
3.9 startsTagline
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Languages:
हिन्दी
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