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Karan Johar’s production *Homebound*, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, has made it to the top 15 shortlist for the Best International Feature category at the Oscars. The film, featuring Ishaan Khatter and Janhavi Kapoor, explores childhood friendship across religious and caste lines and now aims for India’s first nomination in decades

Neeraj Ghaywan’s acclaimed drama Homebound has been shortlisted in the Best International Feature category at the Oscars. The film, produced by Karan Johar, premiered at Cannes and now joins 14 other global contenders.

Ishaan Khatter marked the release of Homebound by celebrating his bond with co-star Vishal Jethwa, sharing nostalgic prep-day memories, as Neeraj Ghaywan’s film was announced India’s Oscar entry for Best International Feature.

Ananya Panday congratulated Neeraj Ghaywan after his film Homebound was announced as India’s official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards. The Dharma Productions film, starring Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter, earlier premiered at Cannes 2025.

Actor Ishaan Khatter shared a nostalgic video tracing his journey from childhood memories to Bollywood stardom. The post comes as he promotes his upcoming film Homebound, which earned acclaim at Cannes, TIFF, and IFFM 2025.

Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound closed IFFM 2025 with a standing ovation, winning Best Film and Best Director. The Dharma Productions film had earlier premiered at Cannes and features Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor.

This is director Neeraj Ghaywan's second time at the prestigious gala where he brought his directorial debut "Masaan" back in 2015

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