India was deeply saddened last night as Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao’s ‘Laapataa Ladies’ failed to make it to the shortlist for the Best International Feature category at the 2025 Oscars. The news has sparked significant backlash, with filmmaker Hansal Mehta and Grammy-winning musician Ricky Kej openly criticising the Film Federation of India (FFI) for their decision.FFI jury member reacts to ‘Laapataa Ladies’ Oscars exit
India was deeply saddened last night as Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao’s ‘Laapataa Ladies’ failed to make it to the shortlist for the Best International Feature category at the 2025 Oscars. The news has sparked significant backlash, with filmmaker Hansal Mehta and Grammy-winning musician Ricky Kej openly criticising the Film Federation of India (FFI) for their decision.