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By Sakhi Thirani
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Fab Bollywood satirical drama critiques patriarchal society.
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Lost Ladies
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What's the Story?
In LOST LADIES, after getting married to their respective husbands, Phool (Nitanshi Goel) and Jaya (Pratibha Ranta) find that their lives take a sharp turn when, covered in their veils, they accidentally swap places during their train journey. Now lost amid utter chaos, will they be able to find their homes and their own sense of self?
Is It Any Good?
This Indian comedy-drama is refreshingly different from so much of what Bollywood has offered in recent years. Lost Ladies (also known as Laapataa Ladies) presents an array of new faces—for Ranta it marks her first feature film after a handful of television appearances—all who deliver brilliant performances. Each and every character is crafted with depth and given a proper story arc to dive into. The movie raises sharp questions on the tense position that women occupy in the Indian social setup with relation to how they can become objectified in the arranged marriage system. While challenging such a patriarchal structure, there is still enough space for comedy and genuine affection too, both of which ensure that the film doesn't feel too preachy at any point. A world away from the action-packed blockbusters that Bollywood is filled with, Lost Ladies is gentle, thoughtful, and a definite must-watch.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the feminist messages in Lost Ladies. How did Phool and Jaya develop their own sense of self? Why is it important for women to take a stand for themselves?
Which characters displayed traits of compassion, empathy, and teamwork? Why are they such important character strengths to have? Can you think of a time when you've shown these traits?
How did this film compare to other Bollywood movies you might have seen? What were the differences and similarities?
Movie Details
- In theaters : March 1, 2024
- On DVD or streaming : April 26, 2024
- Cast : Nitanshi Goel , Pratibha Ranta , Sparsh Shrivastava
- Director : Kiran Rao
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Director(s) , Indian/South Asian Movie Director(s) , Female Movie Actor(s) , Indian/South Asian Movie Actor(s) , Indian/South Asian Movie Writer(s) , Female Movie Writer(s)
- Studio : Yash Raj Films
- Genre : Comedy
- Topics : Arts ( Music and Sing-Along )
- Character Strengths : Compassion , Empathy , Teamwork
- Run time : 122 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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