An ethnic Indian family is expelled from Idi Amin's Uganda in 1972 and lives in Mississippi 17 years later. The dad sues Uganda to get his property back. The grown daughter falls in love with a Black man.
What was the budget for Mississippi Masala?
$5 million
How much did Mississippi Masala earn at the worldwide box office?
$7.33 million
How much did Mississippi Masala earn at the US box office?
$7.33 million
What is Mississippi Masala rated?
R
What genre is Mississippi Masala?
Drama and Romance
How many awards has Mississippi Masala won?
5 awards
How many awards has Mississippi Masala been nominated for?
8 nominations
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