Laapataa Ladies

Review / ‘Laapataa Ladies’ maximises feminism with mistaken identity

Set in the fictional Nirmal Pradesh in India, “Laapataa Ladies’” premise follows Deepak (Sparsh Srivastav), a farmer, who mistakenly ends up with Jaya (Pratibha Ranta), another bride, instead of his newlywed wife Phool (Nitanshi Goel). The film however reveals itself as more than just a case of swapped identities on a train. It is a story about defying expectations and finding freedom, wrapped in a cloak of apt humour. Since returning to the director’s seat after 13 years, Kiran Rao thus weaves a hilarious tale of these two exchanged brides. The highlight of the film lies beneath the comedic chaos in powerful messages that point to the threads of patriarchy binding women in our society.

Aamir Khan collaborates with ex-wife in 'Laapataa Ladies'

Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao announced their separation in July 2021, after 15 years of marriage. In a joint statement, they expressed their intention to continue their journey as co-parents and collaborators on various projects, emphasising their gratitude for the support of family and friends during their transition. 

May 13, 2024
May 13, 2024

‘Laapataa Ladies’ maximises feminism with mistaken identity

Set in the fictional Nirmal Pradesh in India, “Laapataa Ladies’” premise follows Deepak (Sparsh Srivastav), a farmer, who mistakenly ends up with Jaya (Pratibha Ranta), another bride, instead of his newlywed wife Phool (Nitanshi Goel). The film however reveals itself as more than just a case of swapped identities on a train. It is a story about defying expectations and finding freedom, wrapped in a cloak of apt humour. Since returning to the director’s seat after 13 years, Kiran Rao thus weaves a hilarious tale of these two exchanged brides. The highlight of the film lies beneath the comedic chaos in powerful messages that point to the threads of patriarchy binding women in our society.

September 8, 2023
September 8, 2023

Aamir Khan collaborates with ex-wife in 'Laapataa Ladies'

Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao announced their separation in July 2021, after 15 years of marriage. In a joint statement, they expressed their intention to continue their journey as co-parents and collaborators on various projects, emphasising their gratitude for the support of family and friends during their transition. 

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