Jio Studios and Aamir Khan productions’ ‘Laapataa Ladies’, directed by Kiran Rao, has now been released in Japan on 4th October after its entry to the Oscars 2025. After its successful run in India, the film is poised to make waves in Japan.
The film was screened as ‘Where is the Bride’ in Japan, and one lady was seen attending the event in a red outfit, hiding her face like the brides (Phool and Jaya) in the film. The makers have also come up with a special Japanese poster of the film.
Film has no boundaries. This film has now spread its wings beyond borders with its release in Japan. The film won the Best Film Critics’ Choice Award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2024 (IFFM).
The film features Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan in key roles. Set in the heart of rural India, the film tells the story of two brides who find themselves separated during a train journey. Setting off a chain of unforeseen and intricate events.
The film features newcomers in the lead roles, and after its unwavering success, Kiran Rao addressed queries about why she did not opt for leading stars in the film. Kiran Rao told India Today that the story resonated with her as it centers on two girls searching for freedom and finding their voices. The fresh faces helped the audience to forget they were watching a film and instead feel like they were witnessing a real-life incident.
‘Laapataa Ladies’ has made a significant impact with its release in Japan, further extending its entry to the Oscars. The film beautifully captures the essence of Indian culture. The release in Japan marks another milestone for ‘Laapataa Ladies’, as it aims to connect with a new audience. The film’s engaging plot and relatable themes are expected to resonate well with Japanese viewers.
Presented by Jio Studios, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ is directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan and Jyoti Deshpande. With its captivating screenplay by Sneha Desai, based on an award winning story by Biplab Goswami, an additional dialogue by Divyanidhi Sharma, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ continues to shine.