Laapataa Ladies Overtakes Animal On Netflix In Popularity

The unexpected success of Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies on Netflix, surpassing Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal, has surprised critics and detractors of the latter.

Laapataa Ladies, a humorous tale about two women swapping places at a train station after their weddings, premiered in theaters on March 1 before landing on Netflix. According to Firstpost, the Aamir Khan production has garnered 13.8 million views on the streaming platform. Meanwhile, Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, achieved 13.6 million views on Netflix within its first three weeks but dropped out of the top 10 rankings in the fourth week.

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Since its digital release, Laapataa Ladies, featuring Sparsh Shrivastava, Pratibha Ranta, Nitanshi Goel, and Ravi Kishan, has received widespread acclaim, particularly in the UK. Critics and audiences alike have praised its nuanced portrayal of relationships and unconventional narrative approach. The film’s compelling storyline and well-developed characters have resonated deeply with viewers, earning it high praise and admiration.

While Animal boasts the star power of Ranbir Kapoor, it sparked controversy for its depiction of destructive behavior. Ranbir defended the film, asserting that its purpose was to provoke discussion and debate around its characters and themes. Nonetheless, Laapataa Ladies’ unexpected popularity has highlighted its appeal and impact among audiences, transcending expectations and garnering widespread recognition.