Laapataa Ladies Chosen for 2025 Oscars Entry

Kiran Rao's film 'Laapataa Ladies' has been selected as India's official entry for the 2025 Academy Awards in the Best International Film category. Rao expressed her gratitude towards the selection committee, Aamir Khan Productions, and Jio Studios for their support. The film, a comedy about two brides who switch places during a train journey, has been praised for its social commentary on gender roles and empowerment in rural India. 'Laapataa Ladies' was chosen from 29 films, including notable contenders like Ranbir Kapoor's 'Animal' and the National Award-winning Malayalam film 'Aattam'. The film has received acclaim domestically and is set for a theatrical release in Japan, further highlighting its international appeal. This recognition continues Rao's tradition of creating thought-provoking cinema, following her previous work 'Dhobi Ghat'.