In a recent interview with News18 Showsha, Aamir Khan opened up about the commercial performance of Laapataa Ladies, the 2024 comedy-drama produced under his banner Aamir Khan Productions. The film, directed by Kiran Rao, received critical acclaim and positive word-of-mouth, but Aamir feels its theatrical success was cut short due to its early release on Netflix.
India’s official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 97th Academy Awards, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ (Lost Ladies), directed by Kiran Rao, is no longer in contention after failing to make it to the Academy’s shortlist of 15 films. The announcement was made on Wednesday morning by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS).
India’s official entry for the 2025 Oscars, Laapataa Ladies, now titled Lost Ladies, has released a fresh poster as the film kicks off its campaign for the prestigious Academy Award.
Mumbai: Actor Durgesh Kumar, known for his role in Panchayat, is riding high on success with his latest film, Laapataa Ladies, being selected as India’s official entry for the Oscars 2025. The actor, who plays the role of constable Jaiprakash Dubey in the film, expressed his excitement and pride over the achievement, calling it a magical year for him.
In a recent social media post, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan inadvertently credited Kiran Rao with a directorial debut in his review of the film "Laapataa Ladies," a project produced by Rao herself. The actor, known for his candid remarks, shared his thoughts on the film, lauding its quality and expressing admiration for Rao's supposed directorial debut.
Kiran Rao's directorial venture, "Laapataa Ladies," continues to charm audiences as it witnesses a surge in box office collections on its ninth day of release. The film, featuring newcomers Pratibha Ratna, Sparsh Shrivastav, and Nitanshi Goel, has garnered praise for its unique storyline and engaging performances.