Every story in the world of cinema is special, but some stories touch the hearts, because they rest on the foundation of truth and humanity. One such story has now reached the Oscar in the world’s largest platform from Deori, a small village in Basti district of Uttar Pradesh. The film ‘Homebound’, made on the struggle of two Basti’s friends, is being discussed a lot these days, which has been nominated as India’s official entry for the Best International Film category in the Oscar 2026.

Homebound is the story of two true friends of Deori
The film is not a film plot, but the story of the life and struggle of two true friends of Deori of Barhua Gram Panchayat of Basti district, Amrit and Syube. Both were laborers, whose friendship set an example of humanity on every criterion of life, Amrit died in Job’s lap while returning from Gujarat in 2020 during Kovid, and that photo became such an example of friendship of these two friends which today made a place in the film’s world’s biggest award Office.

The film is directed by National Award winner Neeraj Ghewan, while it is produced under the banner of Karan Johar and Other Poonawala. Despite the big names, the soul of the film lives in its simple and poignant subject. Homebound was first identified internationally in May 2025, when it was released at the Cannes Film Festival. The emotional fabric and true incidents of the film impressed the audience so much that after the performance, everyone in the hall stood up for a full 9 minutes and played applause, which is an extraordinary honor for any film.

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Instructions Neeraj saw homebound with Syube
However, it is ironic that the story that has made the whole world emotional, its real hero Amrit and Syube’s families have not yet seen this film. Syube’s brother Suhail and Amrit’s brother Shivam have only seen the trailer of the film on YouTube, and they are eager to see it on the big screen. Recently, the team of director Neeraj Ghewan met Syube in Dubai on 27 September. Sayub is doing laborers there these days. During this meeting, members of Neeraj Ghewan’s team watched the entire film with Syube.

It was an emotional power for Sayube, because he saw the moments spent on the big screen with his friend Amrit. Amrit’s family did not even know that the story of his son’s life would ever reach the world’s biggest stage. Amrit’s father Ramcharan and mother Shobha Devi said that some people came from Mumbai about a year ago, who took some information from the family by saying that the film was made and some had gone to pay.

Saiube’s father Mohammad Yunus was proud of his son
On the other hand, Saiube’s father Mohammad Yunus Siddiqui expressed pride in this identity of his son. He said, “The son set an example of humanity and friendship even while working. The story of the film is not limited to sad events, but it also presents an example of unwavering friendship. After the death of Amrit, his family’s financial condition has become very bad. At such a time, Syyub made the family support by giving financial help in the marriage of Reema and Seema.

Today, Sayub is working in Dubai, but Amrit’s family is living very hard in the township. Father Ramcharan is responsible for the entire house. His family runs a small shop opened in the house at a cost of just 3000. They are running children’s education and household expenses only by selling toffee salty from this shop.

Director Neeraj promised to help Amrit’s family
During the meeting of the team of Syube and director Neeraj Ghewan in Dubai, Syub explained to the director about these financial difficulties of Amrit’s family. On this, director Neeraj Ghewan has assured the family to give all possible help, ‘Homebound’ is more than a film, it is the story of the struggle, sacrifice, and unwavering friendship that strengthens the fabric of our society.

The story of this small village story of Basti to reach the Oscar proves that true stories always affect the world. Now it has to be seen what the ‘Homebound’ shows amazing in the Oscars, but one thing is certain that this film has immortalized the friendship of Amrit and Syube forever.

Bollywood actor Ishaan Khattar’s film ‘Homebound’ has been released in the theater. The audience is very fond of it. In this film, actor Vishal Jethwa is seen in the role of his friend. Ishan Khattar shared some pictures of the film on Instagram, celebrating this friendship. In this, the glimpse of the off-screen friendship of both is clearly visible.

Friendship is immortal- Ishaan Khattar
Ishaan wrote on Instagram, refreshing the old memories of the film ‘Homebound’, “Dosti Amar Rahe – Shoaib and Chandan.”
With this, in the pictures shared by Ishaan Khattar, he is seen sitting at the railway station with Vishal, sometimes he would run in the field.

Earlier, he shared a picture of both in his Insta Story, in which he also put a memorable song ‘Ye Dosti Hum Nahi’ from the film ‘Sholay’.

Ishaan shared pictures of the first day of the shoot
In a post, Ishaan Khattar also told how both of them together prepared for this role. Sharing pictures of the first day of the film, Ishaan had told how he was putting the life of the village on screen with the help of the director. In these pictures, he was seen with director Neeraj Ghaywan and Vishal. In a photo, Vishal and Ishaan were also seen eating food on the ground.

Homebound Nominated by India for Oscar 2026
Let me tell you that the film ‘Homebound’ has been nominated by India for Oscar 2026. This film is based on the story of two childhood friends living in a village in North India, who are struggling to get a police job. However, as they get closer to their dreams, frustration and personal struggle start testing their friendship. Janhvi Kapoor has also played an important role in the film.

Talking about Ishaan’s workfront, he has also appeared in Netflix’s Hollywood web series ‘The Perfect Couple’. Apart from this, he has also worked with Bhumi Pednekar in the Netflix series ‘The Royals’.

Ishaan Khattar, Vishal Jethwa and Jahnavi Kapoor’s film Homebound International Film Festival has been released on theaters after making a blast. The film is released on theaters on 26 September. The special thing of this film is that it has got entry in Oscar. Recently, the film was also screened in which many big stars arrived. While the film has got an entry in the Oscar, it is not giving it any price at the box office. The first day collection of the film has come out, which is very disappointed.

Homebound is the story of two friends. In which the friendship of a Dalit boy and Muslim is shown. Both of them are friends since childhood and dream of being admitted to the police together. During this recruitment journey, there is a rift in their friendship.

Very little earning of the first day
According to the report of Caiknilk, Homebound has earned only 30 lakhs on the first day. This earnings are very less than the collection of Ishaan Khattar’s previous films. None of his films had earned in lakhs on the first day. At the same time, Vishal’s salute Venki had also collected more than 45 lakhs on the first day.

The sensor ran scissors
Let me tell you, where the Homebound was very much liked at the film festival, when it was released in India, it has been cut a lot of cuts. This film has been released in theaters with many changes. The censor has made 11 changes in which a video of 77 seconds has been cut. The match sequence has been removed. After making so many changes, the film has been given a U/A 16+ Certificate. Now it has to be seen how much this film is going to earn at the box office on the weekend or it is going to be the same.

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Jahnavi Kapoor, Ishaan Khattar and Vishal Jethwa starrer ‘Homebound’ has been highly appreciated at the world’s film festival. Fans are eagerly waiting for the release of this film. In such a situation, there is good news that the makers have finally announced its release date on Saturday, September 13 i.e. today. Let us know when ‘Homebound’ will be released in theaters of India and the world?

,Homebound ‘ Announcement of release date
Let me tell you that ‘Homebound’, which was displayed in the prestige events like Toronto International Film Festival and Cannes Film Festival, got a great review and even applauded for nine minutes. At the same time, this film is going to be released on the big screen. Film maker Neeraj Ghaywan’s “Homebound” is releasing in theaters around the world on 26 September, the producers announced it on Saturday.

It has been announced worldwide on the film’s official Instagram handle. It had a new poster in the post on which the release date was written. At the same time, the caption of the post reads, “No feeling is the last. Homebound is releasing in theaters around the world on 26 September.”

About homebound
The emotional story of the film and the brilliant performance of Ishaan, both have been highly praised. This film is being described as one of the best films of Ishaan’s career so far. Homebound is directed by National Award winning filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan.

Produced by Dharma Productions, the film is the story of two childhood friends from a small village in North India, who dream of becoming a police officer. She believes that uniform will finally give them the honor that she did not always get. But as they get closer to their goals, increasing challenges and increasing pressure not only test their determination, but also the strength of their relationship. The role of these two friends is played by Vishal Jethwa and Ishaan Khattar. Recently, the film was released in the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

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Homebound Gets 9 Minute Standing Ovation: At the Cannes Film Festival, only one Indian feature film Hombound premiered this year. Neeraj Ghaywan’s homebound was premiered at Un Certain Regard. The film received a 9 -minute standing ovation there. The film is being discussed everywhere.

Homebound got standing ovation in Cannes

Standing ovation videos received by the film are viral on social media. In the video, Karan Johar is seen getting very emotional. Karan Johar was seen wiping his tears. Neeraj also hugged Karan. Karan Johar has produced the film. The film has stars like Jahnavi Kapoor, Ishaan Khattar and Vishal Jethwa. All three stars of the film were also seen in the premiere. Jahnavi Kapoor’s father Boney Kapoor and sister Khushi Kapoor were also present there.

Dharma Production wrote on X, ‘9 minutes of love and praise. Homebound was appreciated at the Cannes Film Festival.

9 minutes of pure love & applause!
Team Homebound receiving all the appreciation at @Festative_cannes, pic.twitter.com/qflnw13810

– Dharma productions (@dharmamovies) May 21, 2025

Homebound scripts have been written by Neeraj and Sumit Roy. Karan Johar, Adar Poonawala, Apoorva Mehta and Somen Mishra are producers. Oscar Award winning director Martin Scorscie has become the executive producer of this film.

In the Cannes Film Festival, the stars are also spreading their fashion. Actress Jahnavi Pur also made a Cannes debut. His looks are dominated. Talking about Jahnavi’s Cannes look, she was seen in a pink color outfit. He covered a scarf on his head. He completed the look with tight and pearl jewelery. Jahnavi Kapoor tied a black thread in his hand.

Apart from this, another look of Jahnavi Kapoor came out. In this, she appeared in a green color backless gown. This look of Jahroni was well liked.

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Homebound Premier in Cannes: Neeraj Ghaywan’s film ‘Homebound’ has been selected in the United Regard category at the 2025 ‘Cannes’ Film Festival. This film shows the story of two friends who face a lot of problems in their lives for a police job. Now the film’s premiere has been done at the Film Festival. Let’s know the complete details about the film.

How is the film ‘Homebound’
Karan Johar has produced homebound. This film will be seen on screen with a great story. In the film, two friends work hard for their dreams. When both are going to achieve their destination, then difficulties start creating cracks in their relationship.

Story of film ‘Homebound’
Ishaan Khattar and Vishal Jethwa have become friends in the film. The urge to become a police is clearly visible in the minds of both of them, for which they have to struggle a lot. This story shows the life struggle of children living in small cities of India. And as they start growing up, then how does life turn over, due to which both of them have to face difficulties.

Directed by film ‘Homebound’
The film has been directed by director Neeraj Ghaywan. These ‘Masan’ have also been directed. The film has been written by Sridhar Dubey and Varun Grover. Apart from this, the film has been produced by Karan Johar.

Film starcast
Vishal Jethwa and Ishaan Khattar are seen as lead actors in ‘Homebound’. At the same time, Jahnavi Kapoor has also done a cameo in the film. The film has been premiered in ‘Cannes’ on 21 May 2025.

From Jahnavi Kapoor to the entire team in ‘Cannes’
Dhadak actress is seen in a beautiful style in a pink color red outfit. This look of Jahnavi has caught everyone’s attention. The actress’s outfit has been designed by fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani. During this time Ishaan Khattar is seen in a very dashing style. Ishaan has carried a red velvet suit which is designed by Gaurav Khanna. He is in the headlines with his brilliant look and excellent outfit. During this time, the entire team is seen together.

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