Dil Jo Bhi Kahey...

Dil Jo Bhi Kahey...

2005 · 144 min · ★ 6.0 · Romance

During the British rule in India, several Indians were lured by the British to travel to distant Mauritius where they would have a better life. Upon reaching this island, the Indians were enslaved, tortured and made to labor in what is now known as the "Coolie Ghat". After the British left India, the Indians in Mauritius decided to continue to live there along with other nationals from different countries.

Directed by Romesh Sharma · Written by Romesh Sharma

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