Pratibha Ranta Reflects on Growth as an Artist with ‘Laapataa Ladies’ One Year Later
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Synopsis
Actress Pratibha Ranta reflects on her growth as an artist during the one-year anniversary of her acclaimed film ‘Laapataa Ladies’. She expresses gratitude for her role and the opportunities it provided, highlighting her experience during filming and the film’s impact on her career.
Key Takeaways
- Pratibha Ranta celebrates the anniversary of ‘Laapataa Ladies’.
- The film significantly contributed to her artistic growth.
- She thanked Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao for their support.
- The film tells the story of two exchanged brides.
- It was India’s official entry for the Oscars 2025.
Mumbai, March 1 (NationPress) Actress Pratibha Ranta is marking the first anniversary of her celebrated film ‘Laapataa Ladies’. To commemorate the film's one-year milestone, she revealed how it has contributed to her development as an artiste.
In her role as a small-town bride, the actress delivered an exceptional performance, impressing both audiences and critics alike. Pratibha expressed her gratitude towards producer Aamir Khan and director Kiran Rao.
Reflecting on the film, she stated, “I am incredibly happy to have been a part of ‘Laapataa Ladies’, a project that has significantly aided my growth as an actress. As it marks one year since its release, it feels truly surreal. I am overwhelmed and grateful beyond words. Each day during the filming was unique and educational for me.”
She added, “I will always appreciate Aamir Khan sir and Kiran Rao for unveiling the 'actor' within me. Even though the film has reached its one-year mark, the audience has perpetuated its spirit, and I am filled with gratitude for that.”
The film also featured Nitanshi Goel, Sparsh Shrivastav, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan, telling the tale of two young brides who are mistakenly exchanged during a train journey to their husbands' homes.
It premiered at the 48th Toronto International Film Festival on September 8, 2023, and was released in theaters on March 1, 2024. It was nominated by the Film Federation of India as India's official entry for the Oscars 2025, although it did not make it to the shortlist.
Nonetheless, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ represented a pivotal moment in Pratibha Ranta's burgeoning career. She garnered an enthusiastic response from audiences for her authentic portrayal, establishing herself as one of the most sought-after actresses among her peers.
