Again in the news with a new film, starring super-stardom and producing giant, Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao have officially renamed their film Laapataa Ladies to Lost Ladies for a reason. This is to heighten the film’s identity internationally for its Oscar campaign.
Why the Title Change?
Why this change, so believe Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao, is because an English title like Lost Ladies will go to create a stronger recall value among international audiences. The movie had first been titled in Hindi and now has been given a title that in English is more easily understandable worldwide. Aamir Khan believes that an English title would help the film reach a greater audience and would aid in its Oscars campaign.
With a title change, Aamir Khan Productions released a fresh poster for Lost Ladies. With the poster, one gets a glimpse into the life of the leads Phool and Jaya and all the excitement they’re going to experience in this movie. The caption on the poster reads, “The wait is over! Presenting the official poster of Lost Ladies – a peek into Phool and Jaya’s wild, heartfelt journey.” This is a new look at how the story unfolds and emotions express themselves to help people enter the storyline.
Story and Themes of the Movie
In the society of Lost Ladies, women fight to find their identity while transgressing the social standards. The movie is based on Phool and Jaya who are two different women from rural India who undertake an uncharted journey. The movie makes apparent that women have to break off the shackles of their social bondages and forge their identity. The film attempts to voice out women rights and the amount of strength they bear within.
Cast: Stellar Performances on Display
The film boasts of impressive artists such as Ravi Kishan, Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, and Sparsh Srivastava. Every actor has done magic with the character they were portraying, thus making the movie carry a different kind of charm.
Their performances make the film even more interesting, contributing to the emotional depth of the movie.
Oscars Campaign: A Quest for International Recognition
The change of title was also due to the journey of Lost Ladies toward an Oscars nomination. To compete in the Oscars race, the title and poster have to attract an international audience. Aamir Khan feels that the name Lost Ladies will take the movie closer to a good response worldwide.
Aamir Khan’s Visions
According to Aamir Khan, “Our aim is to reach the world with the story of Lost Ladies. The decision to change the title has been done keeping in mind that more people all around the world will understand it easily and can relate with its message.”
Reason for the Name Change
There have been many examples of title changes in Bollywood films to achieve an international impact. Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao wanted their film to attract an even greater international audience, so they opted for this decision. Such a name change to English generally gives the film a higher recall value and thus makes it accessible to more people all over the world.
The Online buzz about the Film
Lost Ladies by changing the name and poster have ignited every discussion all over social media. Fans and audience are saying something or the other regarding this change in the name and are flattering the poster. Fans of Aamir Khan are eagerly waiting for this movie after this new poster release.
Expectations of Audience: Audience Reaction
Lost Ladies has already gained popularity due to the storyline, performances, and direction. Along with the title, people now expect much more from it. The early information along with a trailer had already increased viewer interest, and now with this latest change, the viewers are looking forward to it even more.
Aamir Khan’s International Influence
Films of Aamir Khan always worked well in the global market. His films, 3 Idiots, PK, and Dangal, proved effective not only in India but were immensely appraised worldwide. Change to Lost Ladies and preparation for the Oscars show Aamir Khan’s intention to make this film work too at the global level.
Conclusion
A bold and forward-thinking decision that Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao have taken to rename Laapataa Ladies as Lost Ladies, with this new title possibly to take this film up to newer heights with the campaign for Oscars and international recognition in mind, the directors are trying their best to give Lost Ladies the right push needed. And with the new poster that Lost Ladies comes with, which means to create a long-lasting impression in viewers’ hearts.
Whether Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao’s efforts bear fruit remains to be seen, but this film has already set the stage for excitement. Now, it’s just a matter of seeing if Lost Ladies can make waves at the box office and in the world of international awards.