Laapataa Ladies director Kiran Rao hopes comedy-drama is selected as India's official entry for Oscars
Director Kiran Rao's 'Laapataa Ladies' in Oscars race
Laapataa Ladies director Kiran Rao expressed her desire for the comedy-drama to be selected as India's official entry for the Oscars. The film, which stars an ensemble cast of Tapsee Pannu, Pratik Gandhi, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya, has been receiving critical acclaim since its release.
In a recent interview, Rao said, "It would be a dream come true if 'Laapataa Ladies' is selected as India's official entry for the Oscars. I am sure the film has the potential to resonate with audiences worldwide, and I believe it would be a great representative of Indian cinema on the global stage."
"Laapataa Ladies" tells the story of a group of women who embark on a road trip to find their missing friend. Along the way, they encounter a variety of challenges and adventures, and they learn more about themselves and each other.
'Laapataa Ladies' has been praised for its strong performances, witty dialogue, and heartwarming story.
The film has been praised by critics for its strong performances, witty dialogue, and heartwarming story. Nandini Ramnath of Scroll.in called the film "a delightful surprise" and said, "Rao has crafted a film that is both entertaining and thought-provoking."
Anna MM Vetticad of Firstpost said, "Laapataa Ladies" is "a film that is as much about the journey as it is about the destination. It is a film that will make you laugh, cry, and think."
If "Laapataa Ladies" is selected as India's official entry for the Oscars, it will be the first time that a film directed by a woman has been chosen to represent the country at the Academy Awards.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will announce the shortlist of films eligible for the Best International Feature Film category in December. The final five nominees will be announced in January, and the winners will be announced at the 95th Academy Awards ceremony on March 12, 2023.
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