Mumbai, April 2 -- Some movies become big hits but later face serious questions about originality. Over the years, many successful films have been accused of copying stories from other movies. Now, one more film has joined that list - Laapataa Ladies, India's official entry for the 2025 Oscars.

What's the Issue?

Laapataa Ladies is directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan. It tells the story of two brides who are accidentally swapped during a train journey. One husband, Deepak, begins a search to find his real bride, leading to a mix of emotions and humor.

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