The film ‘Laapataa Ladies’ has captured considerable attention since its premiere, marking Kiran Rao’s much-anticipated directorial comeback after a significant hiatus. Aamir Khan’s production of the film has garnered widespread acclaim. Among its admirers is Sachin Tendulkar, the esteemed cricketer, who recently extended his congratulations to Kiran Rao and Aamir Khan.
Taking to his X profile, Sachin Tendulkar shared his thoughts on ‘Laapataa Ladies’, which made its theatrical debut earlier this month. He praised the film, calling it, “A warm-hearted tale from the heart of small-town India, resonating on multiple levels.” He lauded the movie for its compelling narrative, standout performances, and its clever, nuanced approach to conveying significant societal themes without being preachy.
Tendulkar encouraged his fans to see the movie, saying, “It’s a film that truly everyone should see. Believe me, it will make you laugh, cry, and celebrate along with its characters as they journey towards their fates.”
He also congratulated Kiran Rao and Aamir Khan, saying, “Huge congrats to my friends Kiran Rao & Aamir Khan on #LaapataaLadies.”
Before hitting theaters on March 1, 2024, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ was spotlighted at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2023, further boosting its profile. The narrative, based on a celebrated story by Biplab Goswami, chronicles the escapades of two young brides. The screenplay and dialogue are credited to Sneha Desai, with additional dialogue by Divyanidhi Sharma.
Featuring a talented ensemble cast including Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ is a collaborative effort between Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions. The movie, with Jio Studios as the presenter, is helmed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan alongside Jyoti Deshpande.