Laapataa Ladies Selected as India's Oscar Entry

Kiran Rao's film 'Laapataa Ladies' has been officially selected as India's entry for the Oscars 2025, announced by the Film Federation of India. The film, produced by Aamir Khan and featuring newcomers in lead roles, tells the story of two newlywed brides switch during their journey home. It was chosen from a competitive list of 29 films, including notable contenders like 'Thangalaan' and 'Maharaja', which disappointed many Tamil film fans who expressed their discontent on social media. Despite its initial theatrical struggles, 'Laapataa Ladies' gained popularity on Netflix, achieving significant viewership. This selection follows the Malayalam film '2018', which was India's entry for the previous year but did not receive a nomination. Indian cinema, buoyed by the success of films like 'RRR', is hopeful for future recognition at the Academy Awards.