Laapataa Ladies enlisted as the entrant for the 2025 Oscars!

India has officially selected Kiran Rao’s satirical film, Laapataa Ladies, as its entry for the 2025 Oscars in the Best International Feature Film category.

India has officially selected Kiran Rao’s satirical film, Laapataa Ladies, as its entry for the 2025 Oscars in the Best International Feature Film category. This thought-provoking film, with its unique narrative and thought-provoking theme, explores patriarchy and societal norms in rural India. Chosen from 29 submissions, Laapataa Ladies outshone big-budget films like Animal and Kalki 2898 AD, showcasing Indian cinema’s diversity. The selection underscores India’s vital contender status for global recognition at the Academy Awards. This year’s selection emphasizes the rich diversity of Indian cinema, spanning independent regional films to mainstream Bollywood blockbusters.

Regional industries like Telugu made a strong presence with submissions from places like Mangalavaaram and Hanu-Man. Directed by Kiran Rao, Laapataa Ladies offers a narrative that will intrigue and a theme that will provoke thought, making it a compelling choice for international recognition. The film’s selection highlights India’s commitment to telling diverse and powerful stories. Laapataa Ladies will compete with submissions worldwide, vying for a prestigious nomination. India’s selection positions the film as a strong contender, celebrating excellence in filmmaking and showcasing Indian cinema’s talent.