Laapataa Ladies Oscars 2025:&nbsp;Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies is India's official entry to the Oscars 2025. After winning the hearts of the whole country with its heartwarming story and incredible performances, the&nbsp;movie has been chosen to compete at the&nbsp;97th Academy Awards.&nbsp;

The&nbsp;movie&nbsp;will&nbsp;be submitted in the Best Foreign Language Film category.&nbsp;

<h2>Laapataa Ladies is India's official entry to the Oscars 2025</h2>

On Monday, The Film Federation of India announced Kiran Rao's rural drama as the official entry at the 97th Academy Awards.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-deeply-honoured-kiran-rao-on-laapataa-ladies-being-selected-as-indias-official-oscars-entry-761181">Deeply honoured: Kiran Rao on Laapataa Ladies being selected as India's official Oscars entry</a>

The movie that&nbsp;chronicles the story of two young brides has beaten 29 Indian films in the race to the Oscars. The film was against big titles like Cannes winner All We Imagine as Light, Animal, Sam Bahadur, Chandu Champion, Kalki 2898 AD,&nbsp;Joram, and Maidaan.&nbsp;

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The big announcement came a few days after director Roa shared that her dream would be fulfilled if her movie was selected as&nbsp;India's official entry at the 2025 Academy Awards.

“My dream would be fulfilled if it was, if it would go (to Oscars). But it's a process, and I'm hoping it'll (Laapataa Ladies) be considered. I'm sure the best film will go, whoever they choose in the scheme of things,” Rao told news agency PTI. &nbsp;

Released in March, the movie garnered outstanding response from critics and audiences alike.&nbsp;Set in rural India, the film&nbsp;tells the empowering story of two brides, who accidentally got swapped during a train journey. The movie gives a strong message on gender equality,&nbsp;women's education and empowerment.

The film features&nbsp;Nitanshi Goel, Sparsh Shrivastav and Pratibha Ranta in the lead roles alongside Ravi Kishan, Chhaya Kadam and Geeta Aggarwal Sharma.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/laapataa-ladies-ott-platform-where-to-watch-kiran-raos-film-online-761162">Laapataa Ladies on OTT : Where to watch Kiran Rao's film online</a>

The movie has been co-produced by actor Aamir Khan. Interestingly, Khan has also produced and starred in the movie Lagaan,&nbsp;which was&nbsp;the third Indian film&nbsp;to be nominated for the&nbsp;Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film&nbsp; 
after&nbsp;Mother India&nbsp;(1957) and&nbsp;Salaam Bombay!&nbsp;(1988). Hope Laapataa Ladies also&nbsp;found a mention in&nbsp;the final list of nominations.

<h2>Laapataa Ladies Review:</h2>

Wion's film critic Shomini Sen wrote in her review that Kiran Rao's film feels like a giant warm hug

The review of the movie reads, ''The story may be set in fictitious locations but the problems are real. The beauty lies in the brilliant screenplay by Desai and Divyanidhi who adapt the story from writer Biplab Goswami and manage to put a smile on the face with little details. As she waits for her husband to come back looking for her, Phool befriends a beggar, a street vendor, and a chai&nbsp;wali&nbsp;at the station. The four form an unusual bond with Phool learning a thing or two on feminism from the elderly lady who gets work at her shop,'' <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-laapataa-ladies-review-kiran-raos-film-feels-like-a-giant-warm-hug-695341">read the review here.</a>

Laapataa Ladies Oscars 2025: Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies is India's official entry to the Oscars 2025. After winning the hearts of the whole country with its heartwarming story and incredible performances, the movie has been chosen to compete at the 97th Academy Awards.

Laapataa Ladies Oscars 2025: Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies is India's official entry to the Oscars 2025. After winning the hearts of the whole country with its heartwarming story and incredible performances, the movie has been chosen to compete at the 97th Academy Awards. The movie will be submitted in the Best Foreign Language Film category. Laapataa Ladies is India's official entry to the Oscars 2025 On Monday, The Film Federation of India announced Kiran Rao's rural drama as the official entry at the 97th Academy Awards. Also read: Deeply honoured: Kiran Rao on Laapataa Ladies being selected as India's official Oscars entry The movie that chronicles the story of two young brides has beaten 29 Indian films in the race to the Oscars. The film was against big titles like Cannes winner All We Imagine as Light, Animal, Sam Bahadur, Chandu Champion, Kalki 2898 AD, Joram, and Maidaan. India's Official Entry for the 2024-25 Oscars for Best Foreign Language Film Category at the 97th Academy Awards (Oscars 2025) is " Laapataa Ladies (Hindi)" pic.twitter.com/Gm0B7fidF2 — Nikil Murukan (@onlynikil) September 23, 2024 × The big announcement came a few days after director Roa shared that her dream would be fulfilled if her movie was selected as India's official entry at the 2025 Academy Awards. “My dream would be fulfilled if it was, if it would go (to Oscars). But it's a process, and I'm hoping it'll (Laapataa Ladies) be considered. I'm sure the best film will go, whoever they choose in the scheme of things,” Rao told news agency PTI. Released in March, the movie garnered outstanding response from critics and audiences alike. Set in rural India, the film tells the empowering story of two brides, who accidentally got swapped during a train journey. The movie gives a strong message on gender equality, women's education and empowerment. The film features Nitanshi Goel, Sparsh Shrivastav and Pratibha Ranta in the lead roles alongside Ravi Kishan, Chhaya Kadam and Geeta Aggarwal Sharma. Also read: Laapataa Ladies on OTT : Where to watch Kiran Rao's film online The movie has been co-produced by actor Aamir Khan. Interestingly, Khan has also produced and starred in the movie Lagaan, which was the third Indian film to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film after Mother India (1957) and Salaam Bombay! (1988). Hope Laapataa Ladies also found a mention in the final list of nominations. Laapataa Ladies Review: Wion's film critic Shomini Sen wrote in her review that Kiran Rao's film feels like a giant warm hug The review of the movie reads, ''The story may be set in fictitious locations but the problems are real. The beauty lies in the brilliant screenplay by Desai and Divyanidhi who adapt the story from writer Biplab Goswami and manage to put a smile on the face with little details. As she waits for her husband to come back looking for her, Phool befriends a beggar, a street vendor, and a chai wali at the station. The four form an unusual bond with Phool learning a thing or two on feminism from the elderly lady who gets work at her shop,'' read the review here.

Breaking! Laapataa Ladies is India's official entry to Oscars 2025

Rishabh Shetty's 'Kantara'&nbsp;is another gem&nbsp;that we got from the Kannada industry this year. The film that has become the talk of the entire country has impressed fans with its mind-blowing climax and gripping story. After earning appreciation and big numbers at the box office worldwide, the movie is now inching towards the most prestigious award ceremony of the year: the Oscars. 
 
After SS Rajamouli submitted his magnum opus 'RRR' for consideration at the 95th Academy Awards. The makers of the film have listed their&nbsp;film in the race for the most prestigious award ceremony. 
 
Vijay Kiragandur of Hombale Productions revealed during his recent interview with India Today that they have sent the movie for nominations and are now hoping for the best.

"We have submitted our application for the Oscars for Kantara and have our fingers crossed as the final nominations are yet to come," said Kirgandur, the founder of Hombale Productions. He mentioned, "Kantara as a story is so rooted that we hope 
it can find a voice worldwide as well." 
 
Rishabh Shetty's film, which was made on a budget of Rs 16 crore, has amassed a whopping Rs 400 crore at the worldwide box office. 
 
Produced by Vijay Kiragandur and Chaluve Gowda, under Hombale Films. The film is written and directed by Rishab Shetty and features Sapthami Gowda and Kishore Kumar G in pivotal roles.

'RRR' in Oscars&nbsp;shortlists:

The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences announced the shortlists in 10 categories of the 2023 Oscars. Indian films 'RRR', 'The Last Film Show' and 'All That Breathes' have all found mentions in various categories.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-2023-rrr-all-that-breathes-and-the-last-film-show-shortlisted-545353"> Read full story here:&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>

Rishabh Shetty's 'Kantara' is another gem that we got from the Kannada industry this year. The film that has become the talk of the entire country has impressed fans with its mind-blowing climax and gripping story.

Rishabh Shetty's 'Kantara' is another gem that we got from the Kannada industry this year. The film that has become the talk of the entire country has impressed fans with its mind-blowing climax and gripping story. After earning appreciation and big numbers at the box office worldwide, the movie is now inching towards the most prestigious award ceremony of the year: the Oscars. After SS Rajamouli submitted his magnum opus 'RRR' for consideration at the 95th Academy Awards. The makers of the film have listed their film in the race for the most prestigious award ceremony. Vijay Kiragandur of Hombale Productions revealed during his recent interview with India Today that they have sent the movie for nominations and are now hoping for the best. "We have submitted our application for the Oscars for Kantara and have our fingers crossed as the final nominations are yet to come," said Kirgandur, the founder of Hombale Productions. He mentioned, "Kantara as a story is so rooted that we hope it can find a voice worldwide as well." Rishabh Shetty's film, which was made on a budget of Rs 16 crore, has amassed a whopping Rs 400 crore at the worldwide box office. Produced by Vijay Kiragandur and Chaluve Gowda, under Hombale Films. The film is written and directed by Rishab Shetty and features Sapthami Gowda and Kishore Kumar G in pivotal roles. 'RRR' in Oscars shortlists: The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences announced the shortlists in 10 categories of the 2023 Oscars. Indian films 'RRR', 'The Last Film Show' and 'All That Breathes' have all found mentions in various categories. Read full story here:

After 'RRR', Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara' sent for Oscars nomination

If you thought being an Oscars nominee is enough to get you to attend the Academy Awards, then you are in for a disappointment, just like&nbsp;Rosie Perez. The actress hasn't made an appearance at the Oscars ceremony since she was nominated for an award almost three decades ago.

In an interview with Variety, the 56-year-old 'Do the Right Thing'&nbsp;star said that she's hurt the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has yet to invite her back to the event since she attended in 1994 as a Best Supporting Actress nominee for 1993's Fearless.&nbsp;

"Not even to sit in the audience, not to present, nothing—and I'm a member," Rosie said. "I love the Academy Awards. I cheer on my peers, but it hurts. It's like when your home team doesn't ask you to come back into the stadium after you got up to bat and hit the home run."

The actress, who is of Puerto Rican descent, explained that it has been tough to deal with prejudice and racism as a woman of colour in the industry.

"The biggest struggle has been navigating through other people's shortcomings," Perez says. "Other people's bigotry, racism—and specifically the ones that don't understand that they are bigots or racists."

Rosie&nbsp;maintained a long and successful career since her breakout role in Spike Lee's 1989 drama Do the Right Thing, which was nominated for two Oscars.

Since then, her notable films include White Men Can't Jump (1992), Untamed Heart (1993), It Could Happen to You (1994), Pineapple Express (2008) and Birds of Prey (2020).

If you thought being an Oscars nominee is enough to get you to attend the Academy Awards, then you are in for a disappointment, just like Rosie Perez. The actress hasn't made an appearance at the Oscars ceremony since she was nominated for an award almost three decades ago.

If you thought being an Oscars nominee is enough to get you to attend the Academy Awards, then you are in for a disappointment, just like Rosie Perez. The actress hasn't made an appearance at the Oscars ceremony since she was nominated for an award almost three decades ago. In an interview with Variety, the 56-year-old 'Do the Right Thing' star said that she's hurt the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has yet to invite her back to the event since she attended in 1994 as a Best Supporting Actress nominee for 1993's Fearless. "Not even to sit in the audience, not to present, nothing—and I'm a member," Rosie said. "I love the Academy Awards. I cheer on my peers, but it hurts. It's like when your home team doesn't ask you to come back into the stadium after you got up to bat and hit the home run." The actress, who is of Puerto Rican descent, explained that it has been tough to deal with prejudice and racism as a woman of colour in the industry. "The biggest struggle has been navigating through other people's shortcomings," Perez says. "Other people's bigotry, racism—and specifically the ones that don't understand that they are bigots or racists." Rosie maintained a long and successful career since her breakout role in Spike Lee's 1989 drama Do the Right Thing, which was nominated for two Oscars. Since then, her notable films include White Men Can't Jump (1992), Untamed Heart (1993), It Could Happen to You (1994), Pineapple Express (2008) and Birds of Prey (2020).

Rosie Perez says it 'hurts' to never been invited back to the Oscars since her 1994 nomination

It's a troubling political fable shot with a sophisticated aesthetic, and Tunisia's first-ever Academy Award nomination: 'The Man Who Sold His Skin'. Part dark satire, part romantic drama, the film tells the story of lovelorn Syrian refugee Sam Ali (Yahya Mahayni) who is able to travel to Europe thanks to a Faustian pact.

When a contemporary artist tattoos a European Schengen visa across his back, Ali finds himself able to cross international borders as a living work of art.&nbsp;Tunisian writer-director Kaouther Ben Hania ventured outside her native country to dive into two contrasting worlds -- of refugees and contemporary art.

"I couldn't stand the victimisation discourse on refugees anymore," said the director, Ben Hania. "My intention from the start was to make him a contemporary hero who comes out on top and turns the adventure to his advantage."

The story is partly inspired by the real-life tale of a Belgian man, Tim Steiner, who sold the right to tattoo his back, occasionally exhibit it, and recover the skin after his death, to the artist Wim Delvoye, who makes a cameo in the film.

The movie, shot in France, Belgium and Tunisia, alternates between a grating and tender tone as it highlights the cruel absurdity of a system where objects can travel more freely than people.

"The Man Who Sold His Skin" is shortlisted in the International Feature Film category for the Oscars, which are held on April 25.

Monica Bellucci plays a "fake blonde" gallerist while Syrian actor Yahya Mahayni portrays a sweet freedom-loving dreamer who oscillates between joy and anger in a volatile situation.

- 'Total dispossession' -

While the refugee is "in total dispossession of his body" during part of the story, "he eventually regains possession of it", said Ben Hania. The characters in the story "resemble me, pushed to the extreme", she confided. Like the Syrian refugee, she said, she has faced "problems of papers to leave for France".

And like the eccentric artist in the film, she said, "I reflect on my work to the extreme".&nbsp;Her earlier films have already won awards, including "Beauty and the Dogs" about a young woman's quest for justice after being raped, and "Zaineb Hates the Snow", a documentary about a Tunisian teenager who migrates to Canada.

The Oscar nomination "is huge," admitted Ben Hania, who added that she regrets the lack of institutional support for cinema in Tunisia. The film was co-produced with 25 international partners, including in Belgium, France, Germany, Sweden, Tunisia and Qatar, and shot by Lebanese cinematographer Christopher Aoun ("Capernaum").

Raising the budget of 2.5 million euros ($2.9 million) was "a challenge", according to one of the co-producers, Nedim Cheikhrouha, who said the project almost collapsed a year ago due to lack of funds. At the Academy Awards, 'The Man Who Sold His Skin'&nbsp;has fewer promotional resources than other contenders, the producers said.&nbsp;

Ben Hania -- who says she is now working on a film "on the edge of genres" between documentary and fiction -- hopes that the Oscar nomination will, at the very least, "make my next films a little easier".

"The Man Who Sold His Skin" was released this week in Tunisia and will screen in the United States from April 2, and in Sweden on April 23.

It's a troubling political fable shot with a sophisticated aesthetic, and Tunisia's first-ever Academy Award nomination: 'The Man Who Sold His Skin'. Part dark satire, part romantic drama, the film tells the story of lovelorn Syrian refugee Sam Ali (Yahya Mahayni) who is able to travel to Europe thanks to a Faustian pact.

It's a troubling political fable shot with a sophisticated aesthetic, and Tunisia's first-ever Academy Award nomination: 'The Man Who Sold His Skin'. Part dark satire, part romantic drama, the film tells the story of lovelorn Syrian refugee Sam Ali (Yahya Mahayni) who is able to travel to Europe thanks to a Faustian pact. When a contemporary artist tattoos a European Schengen visa across his back, Ali finds himself able to cross international borders as a living work of art. Tunisian writer-director Kaouther Ben Hania ventured outside her native country to dive into two contrasting worlds -- of refugees and contemporary art. "I couldn't stand the victimisation discourse on refugees anymore," said the director, Ben Hania. "My intention from the start was to make him a contemporary hero who comes out on top and turns the adventure to his advantage." The story is partly inspired by the real-life tale of a Belgian man, Tim Steiner, who sold the right to tattoo his back, occasionally exhibit it, and recover the skin after his death, to the artist Wim Delvoye, who makes a cameo in the film. The movie, shot in France, Belgium and Tunisia, alternates between a grating and tender tone as it highlights the cruel absurdity of a system where objects can travel more freely than people. "The Man Who Sold His Skin" is shortlisted in the International Feature Film category for the Oscars, which are held on April 25. Monica Bellucci plays a "fake blonde" gallerist while Syrian actor Yahya Mahayni portrays a sweet freedom-loving dreamer who oscillates between joy and anger in a volatile situation. - 'Total dispossession' - While the refugee is "in total dispossession of his body" during part of the story, "he eventually regains possession of it", said Ben Hania. The characters in the story "resemble me, pushed to the extreme", she confided. Like the Syrian refugee, she said, she has faced "problems of papers to leave for France". And like the eccentric artist in the film, she said, "I reflect on my work to the extreme". Her earlier films have already won awards, including "Beauty and the Dogs" about a young woman's quest for justice after being raped, and "Zaineb Hates the Snow", a documentary about a Tunisian teenager who migrates to Canada. The Oscar nomination "is huge," admitted Ben Hania, who added that she regrets the lack of institutional support for cinema in Tunisia. The film was co-produced with 25 international partners, including in Belgium, France, Germany, Sweden, Tunisia and Qatar, and shot by Lebanese cinematographer Christopher Aoun ("Capernaum"). Raising the budget of 2.5 million euros ($2.9 million) was "a challenge", according to one of the co-producers, Nedim Cheikhrouha, who said the project almost collapsed a year ago due to lack of funds. At the Academy Awards, 'The Man Who Sold His Skin' has fewer promotional resources than other contenders, the producers said. Ben Hania -- who says she is now working on a film "on the edge of genres" between documentary and fiction -- hopes that the Oscar nomination will, at the very least, "make my next films a little easier". "The Man Who Sold His Skin" was released this week in Tunisia and will screen in the United States from April 2, and in Sweden on April 23.

'The Man Who Sold His Skin': Tunisia's dark Oscars nomination