Laapataa Ladies selected as India’s entry to Oscars 2025 because of its ‘Indianness’, says jury chairman Jahnu Barua – Times of India
Kiran Rao’s film Laapataa Ladies was announced as India's official entry for the Oscars 2025, it was soon followed by a wave of reactions that flooded social media. Many netizens expressed disappointment that Payal Kapadia’s All We Imagine As Light, which had recently won accolades at Cannes, was overlooked. The decision was made by a 12-member jury led by Assamese director Jahnu Barua, who provided insights into the selection process.In an interview with The Indian Express, Barua explained that the jury's primary responsibility was to select a film that authentically represents India's diverse social fabric and ethos. He stated, “The jury has to look at the right film that represents India on all fronts. Particularly, the film has to represent India’s social systems and ethos. The Indiann...