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Director Kiran Rao’s film "Laapataa Ladies" has been selected as India's official submission for the Oscars 2025, in the Best International Feature Film category
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The movie is co-produced by Aamir Khan, who previously saw success with "Lagaan" (2001), another rural-based film that was an Indian entry and finalist at the Oscars
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"Laapataa Ladies" is a quirky comedy-drama set in a rural backdrop, telling the story of two newly-wed brides who get exchanged during a train journey
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The film features a talented cast including Sparsh Shrivastava, Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan, who plays a standout role as a vigilant police inspector
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Kiran Rao expressed her deep gratitude to the selection committee and acknowledged the hard work and dedication of her entire cast and crew
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Rao also thanked Aamir Khan Productions and Jio Studios for their unwavering support in bringing her vision to life
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The film is based on Biplab Goswami’s prize-winning screenplay, "Two Brides"
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Kiran Rao's debut film was "Dhobi Ghat" (2010), and she hopes to start working on her next movie within the next 12 months
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"Laapataa Ladies" has already resonated well with Indian audiences, contributing to its box-office success
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The rural backdrop and relatable storyline make "Laapataa Ladies" a strong contender for the Oscars, following in the footsteps of other successful Indian films like "Lagaan" and "Slumdog Millionaire"
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