Water
What is Water?
Water is a 2005 drama film written and directed by Deepa Mehta, with screenplay by Anurag Kashyap. It is set in 1938 and explores the lives of widows at an ashram in India. The film is also the third and final installment of Mehta's Elements trilogy. It was preceded by Fire (1996) and Earth (1998). Author Bapsi Sidhwa wrote the 2006 novel based upon the film, Water: A Novel, published by Milkweed Press. Sidhwa's earlier novel, Cracking India was the basis for Earth, the second film in the trilogy.
Plot Summary
Water is a 2005 drama film written and directed by Deepa Mehta, with screenplay by Anurag Kashyap. It is set in 1938 and explores the lives of widows at an ashram in India. The film is also the third and final installment of Mehta's Elements trilogy. It was preceded by Fire (1996) and Earth (1998). Author Bapsi Sidhwa wrote the 2006 novel based upon the film, Water: A Novel, published by Milkweed Press. Sidhwa's earlier novel, Cracking India was the basis for Earth, the second film in the trilogy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Water about?▾
Water is a 2005 drama film written and directed by Deepa Mehta, with screenplay by Anurag Kashyap. It is set in 1938 and explores the lives of widows at an ashram in India. The film is also the third and final installment of Mehta's Elements trilogy. It was preceded by Fire (1996) and Earth (1998). Author Bapsi Sidhwa wrote the 2006 novel based upon the film, Water: A Novel, published by Milkweed Press. Sidhwa's earlier novel, Cracking India was the basis for Earth, the second film in the trilogy.
Who directed Water?▾
Water was directed by Deepa Mehta.
Who is in the cast of Water?▾
The cast of Water includes John Abraham, Waheeda Rehman, Seema Biswas, Manorama (Hindi actress), Lisa Ray.
When was Water released?▾
Water was released on September 8, 2005.
How long is Water?▾
Water has a runtime of 114 minutes (1h 54m).
What genre is Water?▾
Water is a Drama / Romance film.
What language is Water in?▾
Water is in English and Hindi.
What is the IMDb rating of Water?▾
Water has an IMDb rating of 7.7/10.
How much did Water earn at the box office?▾
Water earned $10 million (₹86.8 Crore) worldwide at the box office.
Who composed the music for Water?▾
The music of Water was composed by A. R. Rahman.
Is Water available on OTT?▾
OTT streaming information for Water is not yet confirmed on our platform. Check Netflix, Prime Video, or Hotstar for availability.
How many actors are in Water?▾
Water features 10 actors and crew members in total.
Is Water based on a true story?▾
There is no publicly confirmed information about Water being based on a true story. It appears to be a work of fiction directed by Deepa Mehta.
