Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi 2019

Overview

Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi is a 2019 Indian Hindi-language epic historical drama film based on the life of Rani Lakshmibai. The film depicts the story of one of the leading figures of the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and her resistance to British rule. Directed by Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi and Kangana Ranaut, the movie features a screenplay written by V. Vijayendra Prasad. The cast includes Kangana Ranaut, Danny Denzongpa, Suresh Oberoi, and Atul Kulkarni. Categorized under the genres of history, drama, and action, the film explores the life of the woman known as Lakshmi Bai of Jhansi, who is recognized as one of the first women in history to fight against the British during the struggle for independence. The production was released in India on January 25, 2019, and has a runtime of approximately two hours and twenty-eight minutes. The narrative focuses on the historical journey and military resistance of the queen, highlighting her role as a prominent figure in the uprising against colonial authority during the nineteenth century.