Ata Pata Laapata(2012)
Ata Pata Laapata is a 2012 Indian Hindi-language musical satire film directed by Rajpal Yadav. The cast includes Rajpal Yadav, Ashutosh Rana, Govardhan Asrani, and Amit Behl. The story follows Manav Chaturvedi, a homeowner who reports a robbery but is accused by the police of faking the crime for insurance money. The media turns the case into a public scandal. A clever lawyer uses the same media to expose the truth. The film is notable for being Rajpal Yadav's directorial debut and for its sharp social commentary on police corruption and media sensationalism. It was released in theaters on November 2, 2012.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 2 November 2012
- Director
- Rajpal Yadav
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h
- Rating
- 4.9/10
Storyline
Manav Chaturvedi reports a robbery at his home. The police think he is lying to claim insurance. The media calls him a fraud. Manav must prove his innocence while fighting a corrupt system and a hungry press. A smart lawyer becomes his only hope.
“Whereabouts missing. Truth found.”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Ata Pata Laapata
Cast reunions in this film: Rajpal Yadav & Asrani (14 films together), and Ashutosh Rana & Rajpal Yadav (2 films together).


