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Aamir Khan & Kiran Rao share stories around the making of Laapataa Ladies at ‘Ideas of India’ Summit 3.0
Mumbai: Bollywood Stars Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao shared the stories around their latest venture “Laapataa Ladies” at the ‘Ideas of India’ Summit 3.0.
Critically acclaimed for a number of blockbuster and poignant movies as an actor and filmmaker, Aamir Khan has achieved much success for movies like 3 idiots, Lagaan, Tare Zameen Par, and PK.
Speaking at the session “Telling Lapaataa Tales: Scenes from an Invisible Country Nation”, Aamir Khan, said, “Kiran is a very honest filmmaker, and Lapaataa Ladies is such a dramatic story that I thought this should be made.”
Speaking about the preparation he does for his roles, Aamir Khan, said, ‘I believe in doing rehearsal and being prepared. I feel first and foremost a script should entertain me which gives me confidence about it.’
Speaking about the misfortune of his last release, Aamir Khan, said, “Laal Singh Chaddha was one movie which gave me a lot of learning opportuning. Thank God I made all the mistakes in one”
Known for making movies that were loved both by critics and the people, producer and director Kiran Rao, has achieved tremendous acclaim for contributing to the making of thoughtful entertainers like Dhobi Ghat, Peepli Live, Jaane Tu ya Jaane Na, and Dangal.
Talking about her movie Laapataa Ladies which will hit the screen in March, Kiran Rao, said, “There’s a different excitement in working with new actors, and this movie gave enough opportunity to do so. The social issues work as a subtext in the movie.”
Responding to a question on the use of artificial intelligence in movies, Aamir Khan, said, “We have to learn to evolve with Artificial Intelligence and new technologies.”
Kiran Rao, remarked, “I don’t think AI can be stopped. We all are using some form of technology of what we do.”
The ABP Network’s ‘Ideas of India’ Summit 3.0 spotlighting the ‘The People’s Agenda’ brought a confluence of ideas and ideators to a common platform celebrating the country’s people and its plurality. The two-day summit hosted policymakers, cultural ambassadors, industry experts, celebrities, business leaders, economists, and leading luminaries to delve into the fundamental ideas of liberty, justice, equality, and diversity that define India, its society, culture, and politics. The meaningful deliberations on diverse topics had the brightest minds across sectors providing insights about the nation’s trajectory and its journey to become Viksit Bharat.
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
