Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love (1997)
Passion, pleasure, power
1997 · R · 1h 53m · Drama, History, Romance
Genres: Drama, History, Romance
Tara and Maya are inseparable, with the same tastes, habits, and hobbies. Years later, the two have matured but have maintained their friendship. Tara marries local prince Raj Singh, who succeeds the throne as the sole heir.
Director: Mira Nair
Writers: Helena Kriel, Mira Nair, Wajida Tabassum
Music by: Mychael Danna
Cinematography: Declan Quinn
Editor: Kristina Boden
Box office: $4M · Budget: $3M · Rated 5.7/10 by 187 viewers
Cast
Indira Varma as MayaSarita Choudhury as Tara, the QueenRamon Tikaram as Jai KumarNaveen Andrews as Raj SinghRekha as Rasa Devi, teacher of the Kama SutraKhalid Tyabji as BikiArundathi Nag as AnnabiSurabhi Bhansali as Young MayaGarima Dhup as Young TaraPearl Padamsee as Maham AngaKusum Haidar as DilkiHarish Patel as Doctor ManiMore like this
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