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Kiran Rao, Aamir Khan, and the Laapataa Ladies team are on cloud nine after their film was selected as India’s official entry for the 2025 Oscars. Following the announcement, Kiran expressed her gratitude for the honour of representing India in the Best International Film category at the Academy Awards, giving a special shoutout to her dedicated cast and crew for their relentless efforts in making this moment possible.
Kareena Kapoor Khan congratulates team Laapataa Ladies
Adding to the celebration, Kareena Kapoor Khan also took to social media to congratulate her Laal Singh Chaddha co-star Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao, and the Laapataa Ladies team. She wrote, “Great stories deserve great recognition…congratulations @raodyness @aamirkhanproductions… So happy for you guys…@pratibha_ranta @shrivastavasparsh @ravikishan.”
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Kiran Rao On Laapataa Ladies' Achievement
In her heartfelt note, Kiran shared her excitement, saying, “I am deeply honoured and thrilled that Laapataa Ladies has been selected as India’s entry to the Oscars. This recognition reflects the hard work and passion of my entire team who brought this story to life. Cinema has the power to connect across borders and spark meaningful conversations, and I hope this film resonates globally just as it did in India.”
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Kiran further expressed her appreciation for her team, saying, “It’s been an incredible journey working with such a talented and dedicated crew. Their commitment to this story has been inspiring, and I’m grateful for their contribution to making this film possible.”
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More about Laapataa Ladies
Laapataa Ladies, featuring Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan, hit theatres on March 1, 2024, and continues to garner attention as it heads for global recognition at the Oscars. Only a few days ago, Kiran Rao revealed that it is her ambition for Laapataa Ladies to win an Oscar and a few days later the movie’s selection for the 95th Academy Awards was announced.