Amidst the recent cinematic landscape, “Laapataa Ladies,” crafted under the directorial finesse of Kiran Rao and brought to life by Aamir Khan’s production prowess, graced the theaters this month, garnering critical acclaim. The narrative, woven around two wayward brides, earned widespread accolades for its intricate storyline, stellar performances, and comedic charm. Anurag Kashyap, a revered filmmaker, joined the chorus of commendation, expressing his admiration for the film and its ensemble, drawing parallels with the acclaimed works “Bramayugam” and “Manjummel Boys.”
Taking to Instagram, Kashyap unveiled the movie poster of “Laapataa Ladies” and accompanied it with a heartfelt cinematic critique. Commencing with accolades for Kiran Rao’s directorial acumen, he lauded, “What a genuine, humorous, and exquisite creation @raodyness has brought forth.” He continued, remarking, “She articulates profound sentiments with subtle finesse, presenting an extraordinary love tale, narrated with authenticity and punctuated with humor every decadal minute. I found myself shedding tears like a newborn.”
Expanding on his reflections, Kashyap shared an anecdote: “I had my chauffeur, Narayan Ji, hailing from Bihar, accompany me, and he remarked, ‘It reminded me of my village.'” The filmmaker effusively praised the cast and crew, noting, “The authenticity emanating from the actors, unfamiliar faces delivering a lifetime’s performance, particularly @ravikishann, the production design, cinematography, and the script by @snehadesaiofficial and team. It evoked memories of the honesty, sensitivity, and empathy prevalent in the India of my upbringing, now seemingly diminished. A genuine blend of humor, emotion, and truth. I could continue singing its praises. Congratulations to the filmmaker and the entire team.”
Reflecting on the theatrical experience, Kashyap shared, “I witnessed it in a packed auditorium, securing the prime seats in advance. Absolute delight. The portrayal of characters like Deepak, Phool, Pushpa Raani, Daadi, and Dubey ji struck a chord.” He fervently urged his followers not to overlook this cinematic marvel, declaring, “This is a film not to be missed; it’s indelible. The music… ah, it brightened my day, following two outstanding Malayalam films back-to-back (Manjummel Boys and Bramayugam), pondering why Hindi cinema wasn’t producing such gems, only to witness Kiran accomplishing exactly that, akin to @vidushak’s feat with AIR.”
In conclusion, Kashyap added, “The commencement of 2024 has been splendid for Indian cinema. Gratitude. A film of undeniable significance, truly embodying Nirmal in Nirmal Pradesh…” “Laapataa Ladies,” a collaborative effort of Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions, draws inspiration from Biplab Goswami’s award-winning narrative. Depicting the journey of two young newlyweds, the film features a cast including Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan in pivotal roles.
Presented by Jio Studios, the film marks Kiran Rao’s directorial resurgence after her previous work on “Dhobi Ghat.” “Laapataa Ladies” made waves following its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and graced the theaters on March 1, 2024.