**Director Neeraj Ghaywan’s *Homebound* Selected as India’s Official Entry for Oscars 2026**
*Homebound*, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and produced by Dharma Productions, has been chosen as India’s official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the Oscars 2026. The film stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor.
The Film Federation of India (FFI) made the announcement, marking a proud moment for the cast and crew. *Homebound* has garnered attention for its poignant storytelling and powerful performances.
Producer Karan Johar expressed his delight at the selection, saying,
“We are deeply honoured and humbled that *Homebound* has been selected as India’s official entry to the Academy Awards. Neeraj Ghaywan’s labour of love is sure to find a home in a million hearts across the world.”
Neeraj Ghaywan shared his gratitude and pride, adding,
“I’m deeply honoured that *Homebound* has been chosen as India’s official entry to the Oscars. Rooted in the love for our land and our people, it carries the essence of the home we all share. To take our stories to the world and represent India at one of the biggest global stages for cinema is both humbling and a matter of pride, and for this I’m extremely grateful.”
Janhvi Kapoor also took to Instagram to share her feelings about the film’s journey:
“Every part of this film has been nothing short of a dream. The journey, the people, what this story means, and how personal it’s been for everyone in our team. At every step, I have been thankful I could witness this journey, which in my mind was truly the reward in itself. Everything since has been a celebration of all these people that I love and respect so much, for their talent, their goodness, and their courage. @neeraj.ghaywan @karanjohar @vishaljethwa06 @ishaankhatter This movie and even its journey, has been about hope, in so many more ways than one would expect. In cinemas on the 26th of September :)”
*Homebound* was recently screened at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), where it was honoured as the second runner-up in the International People’s Choice category.
The film is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on September 26, 2025, and is highly anticipated by audiences globally.
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