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Kiran Rao’s ‘Laapataa Ladies’ in cinemas on 1 March 2024
Mumbai: Jio Studios and Aamir Khan Productions are thrilled to announce the release date of the much-anticipated film ‘Laapataa Ladies’, directed by Kiran Rao, on 1 March 2024. The film’s teaser has already given a delightful glimpse into the humoristic world created by Kiran Rao, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating the full experience. The film recently earned international acclaim with a standing ovation at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), leaving an indelible mark globally.
To pique the audience’s excitement further, the makers have now announced the release date of the comedy entertainer with a new poster, offering a sneak peek into the quirky world of ‘Laapataa Ladies’. Kiran Rao, in her second directorial venture, is set to deliver a cinematic treat that has already won a lot of affection globally. Save the date as the search begins on 1st March 2024.
An Aamir Khan Productions film, Laapataa Ladies is presented by Jio Studios, directed by Kiran Rao, and produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao and Jyoti Deshpande. Made under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions in association with Kindling Pictures, this script is based on an award-winning story by Biplab Goswami. The screenplay & dialogues are written by Sneha Desai, with additional dialogues penned by Divyanidhi Sharma.
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Zee5 and Applause Entertainment team up for whodunnit ‘Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa’
Rajat Kapoor directs star-studded murder mystery streaming from 10 April.
MUMBAI: Zee5 is serving up another killer collaboration and this time, the murder mystery comes with a generous side of dark humour and family dysfunction. The streaming platform has partnered with Applause Entertainment and Mithya Talkies to bring Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa, a fresh, twisted whodunnit written and directed by acclaimed filmmaker and actor Rajat Kapoor. The film will stream exclusively on Hindi Zee5 from 10 April.
The movie reimagines the classic murder mystery genre with a contemporary, darkly comic edge. It revolves around a group of friends and family who smile, drink, and celebrate together until the silence snaps and long-buried secrets spill out. The stellar ensemble cast includes Vinay Pathak, Ranvir Shorey, Waluscha De Sousa, Saurabh Shukla, Chandrachoor Rai, Neil Bhoopalam, Koel Purie, Palomi Ghosh, and Rajat Kapoor himself.
This latest offering continues the successful partnership between Zee5 and Applause Entertainment, which has previously delivered diverse hits such as Mithya, Bloody Brothers, and Jab Khuli Kitaab.
&TV Business Head of hindi Zee5 and chief channel officer Kaveri Das said, “Our collaboration with Applause Entertainment has consistently delivered distinct, high-impact storytelling. Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa is a natural progression, reinforcing our focus on genre-led content with a compelling whodunnit premise and a strong ensemble cast.”
Applause Entertainment business head for movies Sunil Chainani added, “This film adds yet another compelling layer to our slate with Rajat Kapoor’s unmistakable voice.”
Rajat Kapoor shared, “What interested me was not just the mechanics of a whodunnit, but the emotional violence that precedes physical violence. These are people who smile at each other, but there’s so much that is not said.”
The film promises razor-sharp writing, layered performances, and simmering tension, inviting viewers not just to solve the crime but to unravel the complex relationships at its heart.
If you love a good murder mystery served with wit and emotional depth, Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa looks set to be your next addictive watch. Mark your calendars, the whodunnit drops on Hindi Zee5 from 10 April.
