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News18
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Bihar Content Creator Recreates Laapataa Ladies Scenes, Nitanshi Goel Reacts
Last Updated: Ankit Jha, a Bihar-based content creator, has recreated some of the popular scenes from Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies. Kiran Rao's critically acclaimed film Laapataa Ladies is garnering praise even over a year after its release. Recently, a Bihar-based content creator paid tribute to the comedy-drama by recreating a few scenes from it. The viral video has caught the attention of the film's lead actor Nitanshi Goel. Digital creator Ankit Kumar recently shared a video on his handle @pixel_wale_jhaji on Instagram. The clip shows a recreated version of several scenes from the film, which was released in theatres in March last year. The video soon gained significant attention on the social media platform, receiving more than 1 lakh views and over 2,000 likes. It opens up with a popular line from the film, 'English bol ke dikhaiye". Thereafter fans get to witness a recreation of some of the scenes from the film and it looks almost identical to the original. In the comments section, many highlighted how the costume, expressions and tone in the video look quite similar to the scenes from the film. 'We recreated the chaos, courage & charm of Laapataa Ladies," Jha wrote on Instagram. Nitanshi Goel, who essayed the lead role in the film, admired the effort and responded with a flower and sparkle emoji. Besides her, several others have praised the work and dedication of the content creator and his team. 'Great one. Keep creating," one user wrote. Another one added, 'Dear team, I want to take a moment to say — truly outstanding work! You've done an amazing job." One user stated that every take, acting as well as make-up of people in the video was done 'perfectly" and it 'doesn't look like" a recreated version. Someone even commented that the video 'felt like something straight out of a proper indie film". Released on March 1 last year, Laapataa Ladies was co-produced by Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao and Jyoti Deshpande under the banners Aamir Khan Productions, Kindling Pictures and Jio Studios. It was presented by Yash Raj Films. The film was based in the fictional state of Nirmal Pradesh and narrates the journey of two brides as they get mistakenly swapped in a mix-up during a train journey. Besides Nitanshi Goel, the film also features Sparsh Shrivastava, Pratibha Ranta, Chhaya Kadam and Ravi Kishan. Laapataa Ladies was India's official entry for the Best International Feature film category at the 97th Academy Awards, held in March this year. First Published:
Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Bihar-based content creator recreates scenes from Laapataa Ladies, gets nod from lead actress Nitanshi Goel
In a heartwarming homage to Kiran Rao's critically acclaimed film Laapataa Ladies, Bihar-based content creator Ankit Jha has captured the internet's attention by recreating several iconic scenes from the film. Shared on his Instagram handle @pixel_wale_jhaji, the video has amassed over 100,000 views, drawing admiration from social media, including a special nod from the film's lead actress herself. The video opens with one of the movie's most memorable lines: 'English bol ke dikhaiye', instantly hooking fans of the video. What follows is a meticulous recreation of scenes that mirror the tone, costume, setting, and expressions from the original movie. The attention to detail did not go unnoticed. Also read: The India-inspired bag selling for $48 on Nordstrom has desis amused: 'My mother got it for free' Nitanshi Goel, who played one of the lead roles in Laapataa Ladies, responded to the video in the comments section with a flower and sparkle emoji. A post shared by Ankit Kumar (@pixel_wale_jhaji) Many lauded him for the striking resemblance his short video bore to the actual film sequences, praising his dedication and passion. A user wrote, 'Kudos to the team, amazing work brothers, keep going.' Another added, 'On point. every take, acting, makeup doesn't look like recreate. So perfectly done' One user noted, 'This felt like something straight out of a proper indie film. Loved how natural and honest it all looked. You've really made something special here' A user wrote, 'Best camera work.' Laapataa Ladies, which released in March 2024, has emerged as one of Indian cinema's most talked-about films in recent years. Set in the fictional state of Nirmal Pradesh in 2001, the story follows a bizarre mix-up where two brides are mistakenly swapped during a train journey. One ends up being taken to the wrong home, while the other is left stranded at a rural railway station. The situation sets off a chain of events that are both humorous and socially poignant, as a kind-hearted and quirky police officer, Kishan (played by Ravi Kishan), investigates the case. The film, directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao, and Jyoti Deshpande under the banners of Aamir Khan Productions, Kindling Pictures, and Jio Studios, was based on an award-winning story by Biplab Goswami. It featured an ensemble cast including Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastav, Chhaya Kadam, Geeta Aggarwal Sharma, and Ravi Kishan. Also read: Queen Maxima slammed for this act during South Africa tour: 'She showed her true colours'
India.com
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Kiran Rao Joins The Jury Of 27th Shanghai International Film Festival
Celebrated Indian filmmaker Kiran Rao has been named to the international jury of the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF). The appointment marks another milestone in Rao's acclaimed career as a director, producer, and writer. Rao, whose recent film "Laapataa Ladies" (Lost Ladies) was India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 96th Academy Awards, will join a distinguished panel of global cinema voices led by Italian director and screenwriter Giuseppe Tornatore, best known for the Oscar-winning "Cinema Paradiso". The jury includes a diverse lineup of celebrated film professionals: Argentine filmmaker Iván Fund; Chinese actor and director Huang Bo; Greek producer Thanassis Karathanos; Chinese director and documentary filmmaker Yang Lina; and acclaimed Chinese actress Yong Mei. Rao expressed her gratitude and excitement about joining the jury, stating, 'It's an honor to be part of a festival that champions international cinema and storytelling. I look forward to experiencing the wide range of voices and perspectives on screen, and to engaging with my fellow jurors from around the world.' The 27th edition of the Shanghai International Film Festival will take place from June 13 to June 22, in Shanghai, China. The festival serves as a significant platform for cultural exchange and cinematic excellence, spotlighting both emerging talents and established auteurs from across the globe. Kiran Rao's "Laapataa Ladies", produced under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, Jio Studios, and Kindling Pictures, received widespread critical acclaim for its sensitive portrayal and poignant storytelling, combining humor, empathy, and social insight. The movie, which stars Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam and Ravi Kishan was screened at the 48th Toronto International Film Festival on 8 September 2023, after which it got a theatrical release on 1 March 2024. "Laapataa Ladies" talks about two young newlywed brides who get exchanged during a train ride to their husbands' homes.
