Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies gets Supreme Court screening, director…

Kiran Rao’s directorial gem, Laapataa Ladies, has already made waves with its heartwarming storytelling since its release on March 1, 2024. The film, praised for its portrayal of gender equality and the struggles of young women in society, continues to garner attention. Recently, it achieved an extraordinary milestone: a special screening at the Supreme Court of India.

On August 9, Laapataa Ladies was screened at the apex court as part of a gender sensitisation program, attended by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, his partner Ms. Kalpana Das, and other distinguished guests. Kiran Rao, who was present alongside producer Aamir Khan, later took to Instagram to share her elation. “We had the unbelievable honour of screening our film Laapataa Ladies at the Supreme Court yesterday,” she wrote, expressing her deep gratitude to the CJI and his team. The screening commemorated the 75th year of the Supreme Court and was held in the court’s administrative auditorium.

Kiran Rao’s post was accompanied by photos from the event, including one with CJI Chandrachud and Ms. Kalpana Das, capturing the historic moment. The director, who described herself as “over the moon,” emphasized how this experience will be cherished by her and the entire cast and crew. The screening of Laapataa Ladies at such a prestigious venue not only highlights the film’s impact but also its relevance in ongoing discussions about gender equality in India.