FFI’s Decision Sparks Outrage on Social Media: The Film Federation of India (FFI) is under severe criticism after selecting Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies as India’s official entry for the Best International Feature category at Oscars 2025. The film, however, failed to make it to the final shortlist, leading to widespread outrage on social media platforms.
Notable filmmaker Hansal Mehta has openly criticized the FFI, questioning their strike rate and film selection process. Taking to his X handle (formerly Twitter), Mehta shared the list of 15 shortlisted films for Oscars, pointing out the absence of Laapataa Ladies. He sarcastically commented on FFI’s consistent failures, writing, “Once again, the Federation’s selection proves to be impeccable—what a strike rate year after year.”
Social Media Users Express Disappointment
Hansal Mehta’s post has resonated with many netizens who joined him in criticizing the FFI. One user commented, “The jury should be ashamed of themselves,” while another added, “There were far better films in the queue, yet Laapataa Ladies was sent to the Oscars.”
Some users even made witty remarks. One wrote, “Indian film missing—Laapataa! How fitting!” This growing dissatisfaction isn’t limited to social media; discussions have spilled onto street corners and public gatherings, questioning FFI’s credibility.
FFI’s Selection Under the Scanner
The controversy has reignited debates on how the Film Federation of India selects films for prestigious international awards. Many are now urging FFI to rethink its approach to ensure India’s stronger representation in the future.
As the backlash continues to grow, the key question remains: Will FFI learn from its criticism, or will the selection process remain unchanged?