Overview
- Homebound is among 15 films advancing in the International Feature Film race from 86 eligible submissions, according to the Academy.
- Selected by the Film Federation of India as the country’s official entry, the film moves into the nominations round that requires voters to view every shortlisted title.
- Final nominations will be announced on January 22, 2026, and the 98th Academy Awards ceremony is set for March 15 with Conan O’Brien hosting.
- Directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, the drama stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor, is produced by Karan Johar, and counts Martin Scorsese and Pravin Khairnar as executive producers.
- Following its Cannes Un Certain Regard premiere and a TIFF run that earned a second runner-up audience honor, the film is streaming on Netflix, broadening access for voters and audiences.