Laapataa Ladies Team Moved to Tears by Kiran Rao’s Directorial Debut; Aamir Khan Raves, “This is the Best Film I’ve Seen”
Kiran Rao made a triumphant return to the director’s chair with her latest movie, Laapataa Ladies. The film not only won critical acclaim but also proved to be a massive hit at the box office. It recently secured a spot as India’s official entry for the upcoming Oscars 2025, a momentous achievement for the team. To celebrate this milestone, Aamir Khan Productions released a video capturing the emotional reactions of the cast and crew while watching the movie together for the first time on the big screen.
The video begins with enthusiastic applause as Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao’s names light up the screen. The camera then captures the emotional reactions of the audience and cast members, including heartfelt embraces, tears of joy, and overwhelming emotion. Actor Ravi Kishan, who played Sub-Inspector Shyam Manohar, expressed his deep connection to the film, sharing that it brought him to tears, a rare occurrence for him in his extensive career.
Watch the heartwarming moment here:
Aamir Khan also made an appearance in the video, praising Kiran Rao for her exceptional work as a director. He commended her for bringing the story to life on the screen and declared Laapataa Ladies as one of their best productions. Khan then introduced the cast to the audience at the screening, acknowledging their contributions to the film.
Upon learning about the film’s selection for the 97th Academy Awards, actress Pratibha expressed her disbelief and gratitude for the opportunity to represent India on such a prestigious platform. Kiran Rao also took to social media, expressing her gratitude to the cast and crew for their dedication and hard work in bringing the movie to life.
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