Pratibha Ranta Opens Up on Nitanshi Goel's Best Actress Win at IIFA 2025 for 'Laapataa Ladies'

Synopsis

Actress Pratibha Ranta speaks out about Nitanshi Goel winning Best Actress at IIFA 2025 for 'Laapataa Ladies'. Ranta expresses happiness for her own Best Debut award and shares insights on her journey and personal interests, including ice cream indulgence and fashion philosophy.

Key Takeaways

Pratibha Ranta addresses the debate surrounding Nitanshi Goel's win.
Ranta celebrates her own success with a Best Debut award.
She believes that everyone received their deserved accolades.
Ice cream is her go-to comfort food during tough times.
The actress promotes a balance between indulgence and fitness.
Ranta favors a minimalist approach to fashion while enjoying experimentation.

Mumbai, April 2 (NationPress) Actress Pratibha Ranta has finally shared her thoughts on Nitanshi Goel's recent accolade for Best Actress at IIFA 2025 for her role in “Laapataa Ladies”. When questioned about the opinions of critics who feel she should have received the Best Actress title for the film, Pratibha responded with grace, stating that it’s perfectly fine and that everyone has earned their respective awards. Speaking at the Magnum lounge during the Lakme Fashion Week, she told IANS, “No, I am very happy that I got the best debut award. I think it’s absolutely fine, she (Nitanshi) deserves it, everybody has got their deserving awards.”

Pratibha Ranta took home the Best Debut trophy at IIFA 2025 for her portrayal of Jaya in 'Laapataa Ladies.' Jaya is depicted as a small-town woman who chooses to pursue her dreams instead of marrying. Reflecting on her achievement, the actress expressed, “It was amazing. It felt like a dream come true. I have always watched the show from my TV at home, and being there was a beautiful experience. It was incredible to hear everyone discussing Laapataa Ladies. I truly felt very welcomed.”

At the fashion event, Pratibha also shared that indulging in ice cream boosts her mood during challenging times. She mentioned that summer brings a unique opportunity for culinary treats, particularly ice cream. She stated, “If I’m feeling down, I would call for ice cream. If I were an ice cream, I would choose Magnum Dark Chocolate.” When asked how she maintains her fitness during the summer, Ranta advised, “If you feel like eating something, go ahead, and later just do a workout; it’s absolutely fine.”

On the topic of fashion, the actress believes in the philosophy that “less is more,” advocating for simplicity and understated elegance in her clothing choices. Nonetheless, Pratibha also enjoys pushing the limits of style, stating, “Sometimes I also believe in experimenting because it’s fun.”