Renowned chef Vikas Khanna hosted a dinner of Laapata Ladies (Lost Ladies) at his restaurant ‘Bungalow’ (in New York) to celebrate the film’s selection as India’s official entry for the 97th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. This evening gathering was attended by producers Jyoti Deshpande (Jio Studios) and Aamir Khan, along with director Kiran Rao.
Khanna added a personal touch by beautifully decorating the venue with fresh flowers and diyas, creating a warm, cultural ambiance.
The film, produced by Jio Studios and Aamir Khan Productions, features a talented cast including Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Nitanshi Goel, Ravi Kishan, and Chhaya Kadam. The film’s selection for the Oscars is a proud moment for Indian cinema, offering a global platform for this poignant, storytelling achievement.