Laapataa Ladies: From Box Office Flop to India’s Oscar 2025 Entry

Laapataa Ladies: From Box Office Flop to India’s Oscar 2025 Entry

By Entertainment Desk |  September 23, 2024

Initial Flop at the Box Office

Laapataa Ladies initially struggled at the box office, grossing just 15 crores during its theatrical run. The film released on March 1, 2024. 

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Strong performance on Netflix

The film impressively garnered 13.8 million views within just one month of its release on Netflix. It received great appreciation from audience, and critics alike.

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Kiran Rao’s Direction

The film is directed by Kiran Rao and produced by her ex-husband, the iconic Aamir Khan under the Aamir Khan Productions.

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Laapataa Ladies-Plot

Laapataa Ladies offers a charming narrative centered on mistaken identities in rural India. The film follows the delightful mishap of two young brides who unintentionally swap their roles, leading to a heartwarming and comedic adventure.

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Lead Actors- Fresh Faces

In Laapataa Ladies, Nitanshi Goel plays Phool Kumari, Pratibha Ranta portrays Jaya Tripathi Singh/Pushpa Rani, and Sparsh Shrivastava takes on the role of Deepak.

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Kiran Rao’s Oscar Manifestation

In a recent interview, Kiran Rao shared her hopes for her film Laapataa Ladies to make it to the Oscars this year.

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Laapataa Ladies’ Releases in Japan

Laapataa Ladies will release in Japan on October 4. Kiran Rao expressed her admiration for Japanese cinema, calling it a meaningful full-circle moment for her.

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The Film Screened in Supreme Court

Laapataa Ladies was screened at the Supreme Court on August 9, 2024, as part of the court’s 75th anniversary, attended by Kiran Rao and Aamir Khan.

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India’s Official Entry to Oscar 2025

Laapataa Ladies has been chosen as India’s official entry for the Oscars 2025 in the Best Foreign Film category by a committee led by Jahnu Barua.

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