Homebound Shortlisted for Academy_Awards
Analysis based on 9 articles · First reported Dec 16, 2025 · Last updated Dec 17, 2025
The shortlisting of Homebound for the Academy Awards is a positive development for the Indian film industry, potentially increasing international interest in Indian cinema. For Lyca Productions and its producers like Karan Johar, this recognition enhances their brand value and could lead to increased investment and distribution opportunities.
Neeraj Ghaywan's film Homebound, starring Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa, has been shortlisted for the International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards. This places Homebound among the final 15 films eligible for nominations, selected from 86 countries. Lyca Productions, along with producers Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, and Apoorva Mehta, celebrated this milestone. Executive producers include Martin Scorsese and Pravin Khairnar. The film, which also features Janhvi Kapoor, explores themes of friendship, duty, and societal pressures in India. Homebound previously premiered at Cannes 2025 and screened at TIFF, receiving accolades. The final nominations for the Academy Awards will be announced on January 22, 2026, with the ceremony scheduled for March 15, 2026. Netflix is currently streaming Homebound.
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