A Rising Star at Met Gala 2024
While Alia Bhatt dazzled at the Met Gala 2024, she wasn’t the sole Indian actor to grace the prestigious event. Nitanshi Goel, the 17-year-old talent who recently made her debut as Phool in Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies, also marked her Met Gala debut.
A Photoshopped Marvel
The official social media handles of Aamir Khan Productions, the backers of Laapataa Ladies, shared a captivating image of Nitanshi Goel Photoshopped onto the Met Gala red carpet. In character, she wore a simple red sari with a maroon shawl draped gracefully over her shoulders, adorned with a matching bindi on her forehead. Her modest smile conveyed both elegance and confidence.
Internet Applause
The caption accompanying the post read, “Our Phool blossoming in the garden of time (flower emoji).” Nitanshi herself shared the image, captioning it, “Met Gala 2024 (flower emoji).” The online community showered her with praise. Comments ranged from “phool in her timeless shaadi ka joda (Indian bridal attire)” to “Favourite phool of the season.” Nitanshi’s Met Gala journey was hailed as a breath of fresh air in the industry.
Phool’s Silent Power
In Laapataa Ladies, Nitanshi portrayed Phool, a young bride who becomes separated during a train journey. Despite having few spoken lines, her expressive eyes conveyed volumes. To prepare for the role, Nitanshi immersed herself in Bhojpuri women’s videos, mastering their body language and the art of wearing a veil. Her dedication brought authenticity to Phool’s character.
Laapataa Ladies: A Tale of Separation and Investigation
Set in 2001 rural India, Laapataa Ladies revolves around two young brides who lose each other during a train journey. Enter Kishan, a determined police officer who takes it upon himself to unravel the mystery. Presented by Jio Studios, the film is directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan and Jyoti Deshpande. Its release in theaters on March 1 garnered immense acclaim, and its subsequent arrival on Netflix India in April further solidified its success.
Nitanshi Goel’s Met Gala debut as Phool adds a touch of Indian elegance to the global fashion stage. Her portrayal of a lost bride resonates, proving that sometimes silence speaks louder than words.