Kiran Rao, Aamir Khan and the entire team of Missing Ladies were eagerly waiting, hoping that the comedy-drama film would be selected as India’s nomination for Oscars 2025. Well, this morning, the team got to know about this big news and since then, they have been trying to process it. Soon after, director Kiran took to his social media and thanked the cast and team for making it possible. In the comments section, Nitanshi Goyal wrote that Rao has helped many people realise their dreams by making the film. Don’t miss the reaction of other B-Town celebs.
After learning that Missing Ladies is India’s official entry in the Best International Feature Film category at the Oscars 2025, Kiran Rao wrote a long note expressing her gratitude to everyone who was a part of the film. Soon after, Nitanshi Goyal, who played Phool Kumari in the film, wrote in the comments section, “Kiran ma’am aapne toh bahut sapne poori kar diye. I am still trying to understand if this is true.”
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Soon after, several Bollywood celebs took to the comments section to congratulate the team on taking the first step towards bringing home the Oscar award. Newlywed actress Aditi Rao Hydari dropped several red heart emojis, while Munjya star Sharvari wrote, “Many many many congratulations ma’am and a tight hug.” Actor-writer Piyush Mishra congratulated the team, while Karisma Kapoor congratulated them. Karan Johar, Prateik Babbar, Mona Singh, Bhumi Pednekar, Radhika Apte, Dia Mirza and others also showered them with love.
Actress Pratibha Ranta, who played Jaya Tripathi in the film, got emotional after reading Kiran’s heartwarming note, while Rao’s son-in-law Nupur Shikhare left several hearts in the comments. Aamir Khan’s production house also commented, “A journey from sunflower to Oscars.”
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In his note, the Dhobi Ghat filmmaker said that he is extremely honoured and extremely happy that his film has been selected as India’s official entry to the Oscars 2025 (Academy Awards 2025). He said, “I am extremely honoured and extremely happy that our film Missing Ladies has been selected as India’s official entry to the Academy Awards. This recognition is a testament to the tireless work of my entire team, whose dedication and passion brought this story to life. Cinema has always been a powerful medium to connect hearts, transcend boundaries and ignite meaningful conversations. I hope this film will resonate with audiences across the world, as it has in India.”
Kiran Rao thanked her producers, Aamir Khan Productions and Jio Studios for their support and belief in this vision. She added, “It has been a privilege to work with such a passionate and talented team of professionals who share my commitment to tell this story. I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the entire cast and crew whose immense talent, dedication and hard work made this film possible. This journey has been one of incredible collaboration and growth.”
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Nitanshi Goyal also expressed her happiness on her social media. Sharing a picture of herself with Kiran Rao and a picture of herself with several clapboards hanging on the wall, she wrote, “Phool English mein? Feeling so happy and grateful that Missing Ladies is India’s official entry for Oscars 2025! Going to make Kalakand for all of you. Your flowers.”
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Missing Ladies also stars Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam and Ravi Kishan and is slated to release theatrically on March 1, 2024.
Also read: Missing Ladies: 6 things that will make you re-watch the Kiran Rao-directed film, India’s official Oscar entry, on Netflix
