A powerful narrative challenging patriarchal norms.
Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies has been chosen as India’s official entry for the 2025 Oscars in the Best Foreign Language Film category. This comedy-drama, produced by Aamir Khan, features a fresh cast and is inspired by Biplab Goswami’s award-winning story. Premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival, the film has received critical acclaim for its feminist perspective. Despite modest box office earnings, it found success on Netflix. As it gears up for a theatrical release in Japan, Laapataa Ladies stands as a poignant commentary on women’s rights and aspirations.