Why has CJI DY Chandrachud invited Aamir Khan to watch movie in Supreme Court?

New Delhi: On the initiative of Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, the Supreme Court's Communication Division is organizing a special screening of the Hindi movie Laapataa Ladies on Friday, August 9, exclusively for the Supreme Court judges, their spouses and registry members, providing a unique opportunity for socialization and relaxation amidst their busy schedules.

According to a report in Bar and Bench, the film will be screened after court hours from 4:15 pm to 6:20 pm. After this, Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao will interact with the audience.

CJI's initiative: Sensitizing Supreme Court staff through cinema

The special screening of Laapataa Ladies will take place in the auditorium of the Supreme Court's administrative building complex and will be graced by the presence of the film's esteemed producers, as well as Bollywood legend Aamir Khan and acclaimed director Kiran Rao, who will join the Supreme Court judges, their spouses, and registry members for an evening of cinematic appreciation.

This special screening is an integral part of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud's ongoing initiative to promote gender sensitization throughout the year at the Supreme Court, aiming to foster a more inclusive and empathetic environment within the judiciary.

CJI told Bar & Bench, "It is my initiative to sensitize the Supreme Court staff and that is why this screening. Many such things are happening in the Supreme Court which is often not publicised. Like now we also have a round-the-clock Ayurvedic clinic for treatment and relaxation of Supreme Court staff members. So this screening is also for members to bond over." 

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Movie 'Laapataa Ladies' makes its mark

The film "Laapataa Ladies" was released in theaters on March 1 and is now available on Netflix. The movie features three main characters - Jaya, Phool and Dupak - played by Pratibha Ranta, Nitashi Goyal and Sparsh Srivastava respectively. The cast also includes Ravi Kishan, Chhaya Kadam and Geeta Agarwal Sharma.

The story revolves around the theme of identity and mistaken brides, leading to a series of challenges and struggles. Despite its small budget, the film tackles a sensitive topic and received positive reviews upon its release.

It performed well at the box office, earning around ₹8 crore globally, a notable achievement considering its modest budget. The film's success can be attributed to its engaging storyline and positive word of mouth.