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अलीगढ़

  • Drama
  • History
Confirmed2016-02-266.87.5Trakt

A sympathetic journalist covers the true story of Ramchandra Siras, an esteemed linguistic professor at Aligarh University who was suspended on charges of homosexuality.

Aligarh is a 2016 Indian drama based on the true story of Ramchandra Siras, a respected linguistics professor at Aligarh University whose career was upended by charges related to his sexuality. The film follows a sympathetic journalist as he uncovers and documents this significant historical case.

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2015-10-10

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Aligarh Official Trailer with English Subtitle | Manoj Bajpayee, Rajkummar Rao

YouTube · 2016-01-29
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When did Aligarh release?

Aligarh was released on February 26, 2016.

What is Aligarh about?

The film tells the true story of Ramchandra Siras, an esteemed linguistic professor at Aligarh University who faced suspension due to charges of homosexuality, as seen through the eyes of an investigating journalist.

Is Aligarh based on a true story?

Yes, Aligarh is based on the real historical case of Ramchandra Siras and the events surrounding his suspension from Aligarh University.

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