Laapataa Ladies To Be Sent For Oscars? Here's What Kiran Rao Feels

Filmmaker Kiran Rao, who is occupied with numerous promotional events spanning various cities for her 'Laapataa Ladies,' discussed the potential of submitting the film for the Oscars next year. The film, set in rural India, revolves around the mystery of two missing brides. Scheduled for theatrical release on March 1 this year, the film promises an intriguing narrative. During a recent screening of the film in Delhi, Aamir Khan's ex-wife stressed, 'If viewers and the nation embrace their work, it would be the ultimate recognition.'

Kiran said: "Our primary recognition comes from the audience's response at the box office. If the viewers and the nation appreciate our work, that would be the greatest accolade for us." The director mentioned that they would contemplate submitting the film for the Oscars next year based on the audience's response. She reportedly added "There is a specific community tasked with assessing and selecting the finest films of the year, and if our film is deemed worthy, we will submit it for the prestigious Oscars. However, for now, we are eagerly anticipating the recognition we are yet to receive on March 1, 2024, hinting at the film's release."

 

 

 

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Laapataa Ladies made its world debut at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) last year, where it received a standing ovation. This social drama features Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, and Chhaya Kadam in leading roles. Set in 2001, the film revolves around two young brides who become separated during a train journey. When Kishan, a police officer, begins investigating the case of their disappearance, the story unfolds. Laapataa Ladies is presented by Jio Studios and produced under the banners of Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions. The film is based on Biplab Goswami’s award-winning story.

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Talking about Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao's other projects -- The filmmaker's most recent directorial venture was 'Dhobi Ghat' while Aamir was last seen in 'Laal Singh Chaddha', where he starred alongside Kareena Kapoor, Mona Singh, and Naga Chaitanya.

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