Aamir Khan Reacts To Laapataa Ladies Getting Snubbed From Oscars; says, “Members Liked Other Films Better Than Ours”

Kiran Rao directed Laapataa Ladies starring Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava and Nitanshi Goel garnered immense praise o its release. It was even India’s official entry to the Oscars 2025, but unfortunately it failed to make the cut for the shortlist. Now, Aamir Khan, who produced the film, has reacted to Laapataa Ladies Oscars exit.

Aamir Khan on Laapataa Ladies Oscars snub

While speaking at the Ideas of India Summit 2025, Aamir was asked about the reason Laapataa Ladies was not shortlisted for the Oscars 2025. The actor responded, “It was a beautiful film, and there was no shortage on fronts.” Aamir noted that nearly every country can submit entries for the Oscars. “Even this time, there were almost 80-85 entries from different part of the world, and everyone sends in their best film, right? In fact, this category has the toughest competition in the Oscars.”

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The actor also pointed out how liking a film is extremely subjective. “Honestly, we have to understand that there are other language films that might have been genuinely better, or let me put it this way… films that the members liked better. It doesn’t mean we weren’t good… and it just means the members liked the other films better than ours. This is a very subjective decision,” he said.

He went on to add, “Okay, now you tell me which is the better film between Mother India and Mughal-e-Azam? Which film had better acting? How would you compare? That’s why I am saying it is all subjective. It isn’t like a race where the start point and end point is the same. Filmmaking and creative medium, in general, are very different. These are very personal choices, and very difficult to choose. So, don’t take it too seriously.”

Directed by Kiran Rao, Laapataa Ladies also starred Chhaaya Kadam and Ravi Kishan in lead roles. Aamir Khan productions backed the film. On the work front, the actor will next be seen in Sitaare Zameen Par.

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