Shimla’s Pride: Pratibha Ranta Wins Filmfare Best Actress (Critics) Award
Shimla: Shimla’s daughter Pratibha Ranta, who shot to fame with Laapataa Ladies, has made Himachal proud by winning the Filmfare Best Actress (Critics) Award for her powerful performance.
Born in Shimla, Pratibha started her career with the TV show Qurbaan Hua and later moved to films.
Her big break came with Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies, where she played Jaya / Pushpa, a role that won hearts across India.
The 24-year-old actress’s win at the 70th Filmfare Awards 2025 marks a big moment for the hill state. Local fans are celebrating her success, calling her “Shimla’s shining star.”
Recently, Pratibha visited her hometown after two years and said she missed home food and the warmth of the people.
Her story — from the hills of Himachal to Bollywood’s red carpet — is an inspiration for every small-town dreamer.
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