Kiran Rao began her career as an assistant director on the iconic film Lagaan and later went on to direct Dhobi Ghat (2010) and the critically acclaimed box office success Laapataa Ladies (2024). She graduated with a degree in Economics from Sophia College for Women, Mumbai, in 1995, and later pursued her Master’s at AJK Mass Communication Research Center, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Kiran Rao delves into the intricacies of storytelling, the impact of cinema on our lives, and how films can be a powerful tool for messaging. She also shares her perspective on patriarchy, emphasising how men can be its victims.She also opens up about her divorce from Aamir Khan, highlighting the mutual respect and strong bond they continue to share. More on the creative challenges in filmmaking and how she deals with an industry dominated by men.00:00 - Introduction02:27 - Movie Ticket Tax Row06:55 - The Art of Storytelling in Bollywood17:15 - Commercial Success vs. Critical Acclaim23:12 - The Auditioning Process in Bollywood24:54 - Working with Naseeruddin Shah27:47 - Collaborating with Ashutosh Gowariker28:52 - How SRK Behaves on Set29:50 - Memories from Jamia University Days32:39 - Women in a Male-Dominated Industry38:49 - South Indian Films vs. Bollywood48:25 - Laapataa Ladies vs. Animal50:21 - Are Films Being Over-Promoted?57:15 - Nupur’s Wedding59:12 - Marriage & Divorce with Aamir Khan01:02:45 - Nostalgic Memories from Dil Chahta Hai

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