Laapataa Ladies is a comedy-drama film directed by Kiran Rao, and produced by Rao, Aamir Khan, and Jyoti Deshpande. The film was screened at the 48th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on 8 September 2023, and was theatrically released on 1 March 2024.
Star Cast:
Nitanshi Goel as Phool Kumari
Pratibha Ranta as Jaya / Pushpa Rani
Sparsh Shrivastav as Deepak Kumar
Chhaya Kadam as Manju Maai
Ravi Kishan as Inspector Shyam Manohar
Geeta Agrawal Sharma as Yashoda
Satendra Soni as Chhotu
Abeer Jain as Bablu
Bhaskar Jha as Pradeep
Daood Hussain as Gunjan
Durgesh Kumar as Dubey Ji
MOVIE REVIEW: Breaking Barriers with Wit and Grit. Laapataa Ladies is a cinematic gem that shines a light on the timeless struggle against patriarchy, skillfully set against a rural backdrop. Directed with finesse and fueled by stellar performances, this film is a compelling blend of humor & sarcasm, delivering a poignant message. It’s a film that entertains, educates, and inspires, leaving a lasting impact on its audience long after the credits roll.
From its intriguing premise to its captivating sequence of events, the screenplay keeps audiences hooked from start to finish. The dialogue is sharp, witty, and hits all the right notes, seamlessly weaving humor into its commentary on societal norms. The direction is uncomplicated yet captivating, making the narrative easy to follow while still leaving room for thought-provoking moments.
What truly elevates the film are its star performers. Sparsh Shrivastava delivers praiseworthy performances. Nitanshi Goel delivers a memorable performance. Pratibha Ranta shines as a woman determined to break free from the shackles of patriarchy. Her portrayal is confident, drawing audiences into her character’s journey. Ravi Kishan and Chhaya Kadam steal the show with their standout performance.
Laapataa Ladies Movie Rating:
Direction 3.5/5
Acting 3.5/5
Music 3/5
Story 4/5
Screenplay 3.5/5
Overall Hit ya Flop Rating: 3.5 out of 5 Stars (Very Good)
