Filmmaker Kiran Rao has revealed her hopes for her latest film, Laapataa Ladies, to be selected as India’s official entry for the 2025 Academy Awards. Known for her distinctive storytelling, Kiran Rao shared that it has long been her dream to have one of her films represent India at the prestigious Oscars. “My dream would be fulfilled if it was chosen to go to the Oscars.
But it’s a process, and I’m hoping Laapataa Ladies will be considered. I’m sure the best film will be selected, whoever they choose in the scheme of things,” the director told PTI. While the film initially flew under the radar during its theatrical release, it has gained significant popularity since its debut on Netflix, becoming a fan favourite.
Now, Laapataa Ladies, starring Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta and Sparsh Shrivastava, is set to reach a new audience as it prepares for its release in Japan. Kiran shared the exciting news on Instagram, unveiling the Japanese trailer and announcing that the film will premiere in Japan on October 4. According to Kiran’s post, the movie will be released by Shochiku, one of the country’s largest entertainment companies.
Produced by Aamir Khan, the film will likely be shown in its original Hindi language, as the trailer features a Japanese narrator and subtitles. Sharing the trailer, Kiran wrote, “Laapataa Ladies will be found in Japan from October 4, 2024. We are so excited for our theatrical release in Japan by Shochiku, Japan – arigato gozaimasu.
” Laapataa Ladies follows the story of two brides, Phool Kumari and Jaya, played by Nitanshi Goel and Pratibha Ranta, respectively, who get swapped during a train journey. This mix-up happens when a newlywed husband, Deepak Kumar, played by Sparsh Shrivastava, mistakenly takes the wrong bride home. The film blends humour along with the struggles and society’s expectations for women.
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