Kiran Rao: Cinema has always been a powerful medium to connect hearts, transcend…

“ Cinema has always been a powerful medium to connect hearts, transcend boundaries, and ignite meaningful conversations. I hope that this film will resonate with audiences across the world, just as it has in India. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the selection committee and to everyone who believed in this film. It is indeed a great privilege to be selected from among such amazing Indian films this year - who are equally worthy contenders for this honor,

Kiran Rao, a year

Twitter reacts to Laapataa Ladies being chosen as India’s official…

Laapataa Ladies for Oscars 2025: Kiran Rao's social satire is India's official entry for the 97th…

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Statements by Kiran Rao

“ Will you reach into your pocket for ₹150 to go watch a Homebound or Sabar Bonda - that is the defining thing for us as filmmakers. Why do we always make these films if we do not have an assured…

Kiran Rao, a month

‘Will you spend ₹150 for Homebound’: Kiran Rao on indie films’…

“ Our battle is for people’s attention. As a film maker I would encourage people to take a break from Social Media,

Kiran Rao, 4 months

Bhutan Echoes 2025; Drukyul’s Literature and Arts Festival

“ This project has brought much-needed relief for aided schools, especially those grappling with daily financial challenges,

Kiran Rao, 7 months

418 aided schools in U.P. benefit from ‘Project Alankaar’ so far

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