Archive · 21 Sep 2025
Homebound: Oscar Entry Set for Theatrical and Netflix Release
Homebound, a new movie from India, will compete at the Oscars!
It stars Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Vishal Jethwa and is directed by Neeraj Ghaywan.
The story is inspired by a New York Times article and focuses on two childhood friends in rural India, and their quest for respect as police officers.
The film will be in theaters on September 26, 2025, and will later be available on Netflix, likely around November 2025, to reach a wider audience.
The movie has already won awards at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.
Homebound is India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards.
The film stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor.
Theatrical release is scheduled for September 26, 2025.
Homebound will stream on Netflix after its theatrical run.
The film has won Best Film and Best Director at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM).
- Who
- Directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, starring Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Vishal Jethwa.
- What
- Homebound is India’s official entry for the 2025 Academy Awards.
- When
- Theatrical release on September 26, 2025, likely to stream on Netflix around November 2025.
- Where
- Set in rural India.
- Why
- The film explores ambition, friendship, and social inequality during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Critical Acclaim
Public Release
Success
Critical Acclaim
Has won best film and best director for Ghaywan at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), along with other awards and appreciation.
Public Release
Will be streamed on Netflix.
- Movie Title
- Homebound
- Director
- Neeraj Ghaywan
- Lead Actors
- Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, Vishal Jethwa
- Oscar Category
- Best International Feature
- Theatrical Release Date
- September 26, 2025
- OTT Partner
- Netflix
