Laapataa Ladies Oscars snub: Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao speak out after setback, 'This is not the end...'

The Laapataa Ladies team responded to their Oscars setback, emphasizing their gratitude for the global support they’ve received.

Team Laapataa Ladies on Oscar snub

The makers of Laapataa Ladies have responded to their film not making it to the 2025 Academy Awards shortlist for the Best International Feature Film category. While expressing their disappointment, the team remains optimistic, emphasizing their gratitude for the recognition the film has already received.

Gratitude for audience and industry support

Aamir Khan Productions, Jio Studios, and Kindling Productions shared a statement in which they acknowledged the disappointment of not securing a spot on the Oscars shortlist. Despite this setback, they expressed immense gratitude for the incredible support and belief they've received from audiences, jury members, and their collaborators. "To be included in this prestigious process alongside some of the finest films from across the world is an honour in itself," the statement reads, reflecting on the significance of the experience.

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The team thanked the Academy members and the Film Federation of India (FFI) jury for considering Laapataa Ladies as a contender. They also extended heartfelt thanks to the global audiences who have embraced the film, expressing their love and support.

Congratulations to shortlisted films

Although Laapataa Ladies did not make it to the final shortlist, the team remains positive and determined to continue their cinematic journey. The statement reaffirmed the commitment of the makers to creating powerful stories that resonate with audiences worldwide.

The team concluded by congratulating the films that made it to the top 15 shortlist for the Oscars, wishing them success in the next stages of the awards. They made it clear that this moment does not mark the end but rather a new step forward in their mission to share impactful stories globally.

Laapataa Ladies has already garnered significant attention for its unique narrative and strong performances.

About Laapataa Ladies and its cast

For those unaware, Kiran Rao, Aamir Khan, and Jyoti Deshpande are behind the scenes in the comedy-drama Laapataa Ladies also known as Lost Ladies internationally. Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Ravi Kishan, Chhaya Kadam, and Sparsh Shrivastava star in the film, which follows two young brides as they travel to their husbands' houses on a train. Both critics and spectators were impressed by the film's plot, screenplay, and acting when it premiered.

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