Laapataa Ladies: The 5-Crore Film That Conquered Box Office, Critics, and Oscars
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News18•23-01-2026, 12:20
Laapataa Ladies: The 5-Crore Film That Conquered Box Office, Critics, and Oscars
- •"Laapataa Ladies," a social comedy-drama, achieved massive success with a budget of Rs. 4-5 crores, collecting over Rs. 24 crores in theaters and 23 major awards.
- •Directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan, the film is set in rural India in 2001, revolving around two brides accidentally swapped during a train journey.
- •Starring Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, and Sparsh Shrivastava, it received critical acclaim for its sensitive performances and portrayal of gender issues.
- •After its Netflix release on April 26, 2024, it became the second most-watched film/series on the platform with 13.8 million views.
- •The film won 13 Filmfare Awards and 10 IIFA Awards, and was India's official entry for the 97th Academy Awards, proving the power of content-driven cinema.
Why It Matters: Laapataa Ladies proved that compelling storytelling and strong content can achieve immense success, even without superstars.
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