Kiran Rao film Laapataa Ladies, produced by Aamir Khan, was shown at the Supreme Court of India today, August 9. The screening was part of a gender sensitization program for the judges, their families, and court staff. Aamir Khan was warmly welcomed by Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud before the screening.
According to the Press Trust of India (PTI), the Chief Justice said, “We don’t want a stampede in the court, but we warmly welcome Mr. Aamir Khan who is here for the film screening. Director Kiran Rao will join us soon.”
Earlier, the Supreme Court had announced that the film screening was part of events celebrating the 75th anniversary of the court’s establishment.
The circular stated, “As part of the 75th anniversary activities of the Supreme Court of India, the movie Laapataa Ladies, which focuses on gender equality, will be screened on Friday, August 9, 2024, in the Auditorium, C-block, Administrative Building Complex,” according to PTI.
After the screening, Kiran Rao gave an interview with Law Today on the court premises. She expressed her joy at having her film shown at the Supreme Court, saying, “I’m so happy to be here. I’m honored…” When asked if she might create a courtroom drama in the future, Kiran replied, “I’d love to. I went in there and wished I could have spent the whole day there watching. So, yes, maybe someday.”
Laapataa Ladies, set in 2001 in rural India, is about two young brides who get lost during a train journey, causing a series of comical events. The cast includes Sprash Shrivastava, Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Chhaya Kadam, Ravi Kishan, and others. The film is currently available on Netflix.
