What Does Oscar Campaigning Entail for India’s Pick This Year, Kiran Rao’s Lost Ladies? | Bollywood Buzz

Hey doston! It’s your favorite Bollywood gossip queen, Khabree Kiran, back with some fresh masala straight from the filmi duniya! 🎬 Today, we’re diving into the glitzy world of Oscars with Kiran Rao and her latest flick, "Lost Ladies" (formerly known as "Laapataa Ladies"). Are these ladies going to get lost on their way to Oscar glory? Let’s find out!

First things first, our very own Mr. Perfectionist, Aamir Khan, along with the talented Kiran Rao, have kicked off their Oscar campaign with a fancy-schmancy private screening in New York. Chef Vikas Khanna hosted this glamorous event. But let me tell you, the Academy Awards race is no less than a Bollywood blockbuster with its twists, turns, and unexpected plot points! 📽️

Now, Aamir is no newbie to the Oscar campaigning drama. Remember "Lagaan"? Yes, that epic saga made it to the Oscars back in 2001. But like a typical Bollywood sequel, things have changed. Kiran Rao recently spilled the beans to The Hollywood Reporter India, saying that back in the day, it was all about screenings and word of mouth. But now, with everything just a click away, the game has evolved. Campaigning is like a big-budget Bollywood film itself! 💸

What’s all this Oscar campaigning fuss, you ask?

Well, my bollywood ke deewano, it’s not just about the film’s merit. This is a full-on production involving everything from online buzz to film festival presence and those ever-important precursor awards. Predictions start rolling in once the big three film festivals – Cannes, Venice, and Toronto – wrap up. This year, Cannes has put France’s "Emilia Pérez" and Germany’s "The Seed of the Sacred Fig" in the spotlight. Meanwhile, Brazil’s "I’m Still Here" made waves at Venice. 🌍

Last year’s Oscar darling "The Zone of Interest" showed how crafting a compelling narrative can give a film that extra edge. It was a Cannes favorite and ended up bagging nominations for Best Picture and Best Director, among others. Talk about setting the bar high! 🎯

Meanwhile, Payal Kapadia’s "All We Imagine as Light" is also in the running. It made history as the first Indian film in three decades to be in contention at Cannes, earning rave reviews. With its US distribution in capable hands, it doesn’t even need to strategize buzz. It’s already shining bright, folks! 💡

Guneet Monga, the powerhouse behind "The Elephant Whisperers," which snagged the Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film, once said that good campaigning could lead to nominations and wins for Indian films. But alas, our desi films often fall short on the campaigning front. Maybe it’s time we upped our game, no? 🎤

So, Kiran Rao and "Lost Ladies" have a long road ahead. Let’s hope they don’t get lost in the Oscar maze. Fingers crossed for more dhamaal and less drama, okay? 🤞

Kiran’s Gyan:

Bollywood and Oscar campaigns are like a filmy shaadi – full of drama, excitement, and a lot of money! But remember, doston, at the end of the day, it’s not just about the glitz and glamour; it’s about winning hearts. So, Kiran Rao, may the filmi gods be with you! 🎥✨

Stay tuned for more Bollywood gupshup, kyunki picture abhi baaki hai mere dost! 💃

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