Archive · 20 Sep 2025
'Homebound' Selected for Oscars; Beats 23 Films
A movie called 'Homebound', directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, has been selected to represent India at the 2026 Oscars for the Best International Feature Film.
It will compete against other movies from around the world.
A total of 24 films were considered, including movies in different Indian languages.
The film's selection allows it to compete for an Academy Award.
'Homebound' is India's official entry for the 2026 Academy Awards.
Neeraj Ghaywan directed the film.
24 total films were considered.
The film will compete for Best International Feature Film.
The list of entered titles include 10 Hindi movies, 5 Telugu movies, 6 Marathi movies, 1 Manipuri movie, 1 Kannada movie and 1 silent film.
- Who
- Neeraj Ghaywan
- What
- 'Homebound' is India's official entry for the 2026 Academy Awards
- When
- Unspecified date for the Academy Awards
- Where
- Los Angeles, California
- Why
- To compete for Best International Feature Film
- Movie Title
- Homebound
- Director
- Neeraj Ghaywan
- Award Category
- Best International Feature Film
- Oscar Year
- 2026
Sources
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