‘Laapataa Ladies’ Nominated for Japan Academy Film Prize 2024

Key Takeaways

Laapataa Ladies shortlisted for Best International Film.
Competition includes films like Oppenheimer.
Announcement of the winner on March 14, 2025.
Produced by Aamir Khan Productions and Jio Studios.
Film directed by Kiran Rao.

Mumbai, Jan 28 (NationPress) Aamir Khan Productions and Kiran Rao’s film ‘Laapataa Ladies’ (Lost Ladies) is receiving international acclaim as it has been selected for the Best International Film category at the Japan Academy Film Prize 2024.

This nomination signifies a major milestone for the film, which is now attracting global attention. The winner of the Best International Film award will be unveiled on March 14, 2025, during the Japan Academy Film Prize ceremony. A source mentioned that out of 204 eligible international films released in Japan in 2024, India’s official entry for the 2025 Oscars, Lost Ladies, has been chosen as one of the top five international films.

This extraordinary recognition places the film alongside some of the world's cinematic gems. Lost Ladies now competes with renowned productions such as Christopher Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer’, Yorgos Lanthimos’ ‘Poor Things’, Jonathan Glazer’s ‘The Zone of Interest’, and Alex Garland’s ‘Civil War’.

Produced by Jio Studios, Laapataa Ladies is directed by Kiran Rao and features Aamir Khan and Jyoti Deshpande in the production team. The film is brought to life under the banners of Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions, with a narrative based on an award-winning script by Biplab Goswami. The screenplay and dialogues are crafted by Sneha Desai, with additional dialogues by Divyanidhi Sharma.

Last month, Aamir Khan expressed his views on the film's exit from the Oscar race, stating that this is merely a stepping stone.

In his statement, he said, “Laapataa Ladies (Lost Ladies) did not make it to the Academy Awards shortlist this year, and while we feel disappointment, we are equally thankful for the remarkable support and belief we’ve received throughout this journey. We at Aamir Khan Productions, Jio Studios, and Kindling Productions express our gratitude to the Academy members and the FFI jury for considering our film.”

“Being part of this esteemed process alongside some of the best films from around the globe is an honor. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the global audiences who have shown their love and support for our film. We congratulate the teams behind all the top 15 shortlisted films and wish them success in the upcoming stages of the awards. For us, this is not the end but a step forward. We remain dedicated to creating more impactful stories to share with the world. Thank you for being part of this journey,” the statement concluded.