Mississippi Masala

Released On - 18 Sep 1991 2hr 30min

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Set in 1972, Idi Amin ousted all Asians from Uganda, which included Jay, his wife Kinnu and their daughter Mina. They have been living in Kampala for years but now decide to move in England and stay there for a few years before settling in Mississippi, USA. There Mina meets a young and attractive carpet cleaner named Demetrius. They both soon fall in love and their romance blossoms everyday. However, when Mina’s family comes to know, they are appalled that Mina has fallen for a black man. Soon the neighbors and people of their community come to know and oppose their union.

Not willing to let go of each other, Demetrius and Mina elope. The film is directed by Mira Nair Studio Canal Souss and produced by Mira Nair. The music is composed by L Subramaniam. The story is written by SooniTaraporevala. The star cast includes Joe senneca,Denzel Washington,Charles S Dutton,Roshan Seth and Sarita Choudhury.