Synopsis
The misadventures of two young brides who get lost from the same train. From mistaken identities to laugh-out-aloud escapades, the ensuing chaos guarantees laughter galore and heartwarming moments.
Cast
Laapataa Ladies
2023 Hindi Movie
Drama Comedy
When women tell stories of women beating the odds, big or small, we think ofthose who paved the way. Each step forward is built upon the foundation laid by someone else. As Kiran Rao mentioned in our interview, which you can check out here, she introduced a character into this narrative - Manju Maai, played by Chhaya Kadam. Manju ek station par chaai bechti hai is a benefactor to many who live on the station. Just by the simple act of allowing Phool to sit on the bench by her tea shop, Manju saves that little lost girl from the worst fate imaginable. But Manju is harsh, she has had to clear paths for herself and like any Krantikari, knows the way to bring about change is not easy. Usko kisi ne feminism nahi sikhaya, lekin itna pata hai aage kisi ki life bachaani hai toh is “fraud scheme” ke baare mein awareness laani hogi where women’s worth is pegged to their utility around the household. It’s a wonderful ode to mothers and grandmothers who stood in the way and took the blows. A kind of hard work that doesn’t pay dividends during most of their lifetimes. Through Manju, Laapataa Ladies takes one hard look from a distance at the institution of patriarchy, and then slowly but steadily moves closer to pull the curtains back and show you the frailty of its outdated traditions. Why do they want to keep women hidden away and what happens when we find each other, our collective willpower threatening the very tenets of this “fraud scheme”. It’s a simple enough truth, addressed by the film rather simply as well, with ample of humor and sweet moments to make the medicine go down. Does it occasionally lean towards simplistic? Sure. But does that detract from the overall experience of the film? Not really.
This is a gem of a movie, undoubtedly one of the best movies by Bollywood of2023.
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Laapataa Ladies,director Kiran Rao's return to cinema after 14 years will leaveyou in awe with its social dialogue and soulful sisterhood. Set in rural India, the film weaves...
Small plot but done extremely well.O sajini re... Was simply superb
I, watched this one last evening...abollywood movie that stands out for its simplicity and beauty. The movie impressed me with its exceptional elements: Ramsampath's background...
Heartwarming!♥️
The finest bollywood movie I watched this year.A freshness can be seen throughout the film. A complete feel-good comedy drama. A strong content delivered with lots of fun. The...
A very feel good movie that definitely deserves a watch.It shows the social reality, humanity and a strong emotional ride.
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Non-Hindi speaking audience - You'd love this film too.Basic plot - Two newlyweds find themselves inadvertently separated from their husbands after their respective weddings...
'Laapataa Ladies' has better-than-standard writing but doesn't reach the goodmark due to some of the pre-existing conditions of the writer & their gaze, which limits the...
Simply great film ! in love with that simplicity...♥️ Must watch those who still not watched..
Basic-women-rights get disturbingly dramatised in this hindi-rural commentary.
Heartwarming story about love, passion, honesty and courage.Should have received more love in theatres.
Two newly married girls..Lost their way..(veil is on) Found themselves..(veil is off)
A good feel good movie in recent times.The character arc of that police man is so amazing that it showed how humanity works with ease. Definitely one of rewatches in future.
Sajni of a movie! Laapata Ladies beautifully captures heartwarming tales withthemes of simplicity, morality, and human kindness. The actors' performances feel incredibly real,...
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This is the kind of movie that makes its audience believe that there isgoodness in the world. Every nuance from this movie, where the humor is satirical but not sarcastic and hit...
Great watch
Finally I watched a light hearted Hindi film after a long time that beautifullyblends in a lot of serious issues surrounding women in India. An excellent screenplay and direction...
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A well made film but a lack of attention to detail felt lazy.The cast shines
Simple but good.I loved these type movies
Pure bliss!
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The Lost Angels living somewhere makes the places where ever they go theybecame BEAUTIFUL 👌🏻 Nitanshi & Pratibha Both queens character arc and performance is the highlight of...
The movie "Laapataa Ladies" is an emotional feel-good movie that indirectlytouches on North Indian's unnecessary rituals while also revolving around education. The performances...
There is a scene in this film where Phool is lost in a railway station rightafter her bidayi and is now lost and to save herself hides behind a dustbin that reads ‘Use Me’. This...