Kiran Rao’s Film ‘Laapataa Ladies’ to Kick Off IFFM Summer Festival

Kiran Rao’s latest directorial venture, ‘Laapataa Ladies’, has been chosen as the prestigious opening film for the upcoming second edition of the IFFM Summer Festival. Scheduled to take place from February 29th to March 2nd, the festival will feature the Australian premiere of the film on February 29th, followed by its official release on March 1st, 2024.

Expressing her excitement about the film’s screening at the festival, Kiran Rao conveyed her gratitude, stating, “It’s a tremendous honor for ‘Laapataa Ladies’ to lead the lineup at IFFM. I am thrilled and deeply thankful to the festival for this opportunity. I hope the audience in Melbourne enjoys the film, and I eagerly anticipate the chance to visit this vibrant city soon.”

The Festival Director, Mitu Bhowmick, echoed Rao’s enthusiasm, highlighting the significance of ‘Laapataa Ladies’ as the festival opener. “We are delighted to feature Kiran Rao’s poignant film as the opening attraction of our summer edition. ‘Laapataa Ladies’ intricately explores human relationships and the complexities of life, particularly from a female perspective. This aligns perfectly with our mission to showcase diverse narratives from Indian cinema to audiences in Australia,” Bhowmick stated.

Set in rural India in 2001, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ follows the story of two young brides who are separated during a train journey. The narrative unfolds as Kishan, a dedicated police officer, embarks on a mission to unravel the mystery behind their disappearance.

Produced under the banners of Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions, with screenplay by Biplab Goswami, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ promises to captivate audiences with its compelling storyline and nuanced portrayal of human emotions.