The Namesake
The Namesake is a 2006 English-language drama film directed by Mira Nair, following the struggles of the Ganguli family as they navigate the cultural divide between their Indian heritage and American upbringing.
ReleasedSep 2, 2006
Budget$12M
Box Office$20M
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1
Josh Grisetti
Jerry
3.1
2
Irrfan Khan
Ashoke Ganguli
2.6
3
Kal Penn
Gogol / Nikhil
2.3
4
Jacinda Barrett
Maxine Ratliffe
2.0
5
Glenne Headly
Lydia
1.9
6
Tabu
Ashima Ganguli
1.9
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