Laapataa Ladies Faces Plagiarism Allegations
Kiran Rao’s much-anticipated directorial comeback, Laapataa Ladies, has found itself caught in a plagiarism storm! Netizens are accusing the Bollywood film of lifting its concept from the 2019 Arabic movie Burqa City. A viral clip from Burqa City recently surfaced online, showcasing a plot eerily similar to Rao’s film—both revolving around a mix-up of burqa-clad brides and the subsequent search by their husbands.
Laapataa Ladies Faces Plagiarism Allegations
As the clip made waves across social media, netizens didn’t hold back. “Bollywood and originality? A rare combination!” one user scoffed. Another added, “Plagiarism in India is nothing new.” Some, however, chose to appreciate the film’s positives, with one commenting, “At least we got Sajni Re by Arijit Singh!”
Laapataa Ladies Faces Plagiarism Allegations
Laapataa Ladies, released in theaters on March 1, 2024, is set in rural India in 2001 and follows the chaos that unfolds when two brides are mistakenly swapped during a train journey. The film, backed by Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions, stars Sparsh Shrivastava, Pratibha Ranta, Nitanshi Goel, and Ravi Kishan.
Laapataa Ladies Faces Plagiarism Allegations
Before its theatrical release, the film received a standing ovation at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2023. Bollywood celebrities like Alia Bhatt, Priyanka Chopra, and Vijay Varma also praised it. Interestingly, Laapataa Ladies was India’s official submission for the International Feature Film category at the 2025 Oscars.
Laapataa Ladies Faces Plagiarism Allegations
While the debate over originality rages on, one thing is certain—this film has everyone talking!
