Kiran Rao's 'Laapataa Ladies' becomes India's Official Entry for Oscars 2025
Kiran Rao's critically acclaimed film, Laapataa Ladies, was picked as India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2025 Oscars. The film, which premiered at the beginning of 2024, has gained cult status for its humorous yet socially relevant narrative, authentic portrayal of rural life, strong performances from a new young cast, and impactful social message. This film has gained acclaim domestically and internationally, including a screening at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2023.
Directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, Laapata Ladies is a heartwarming film released on 1 March 2024. This film set in rural India in 2001, follows two young brides who accidently get lost on the same train after their wedding.
