June 11, 2026

Neeraj Ghaywan

‘Homebound’ writer REACTS to 2026 Academy Award nomination snub; says, ‘Oscar campaign is hard and very, very expensive’ |

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Despite a robust campaign, Neeraj Ghaywan’s ‘Homebound’ fell short of an Oscar nomination for 2026. Writer Sumit Roy expressed admiration for the team’s relentless commitment, noting the extensive financial and logistical challenges faced by Indian films on the global stage. He emphasized the need for heightened industry backing to elevate Indian cinema’s presence and recognition…

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‘Homebound’: Ishaan Khatter expresses his feelings as film gets snubbed from Oscars 2026 race; praises Neeraj Ghaywan |

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Despite being India’s official selection for the 98th Academy Awards, ‘Homebound’ did not secure a nomination. Following the Oscar snub, lead actor Ishaan Khatter shared a heartfelt note on Instagram, expressing his deep affection and gratitude for the film. He lauded director Neeraj Ghaywan and the entire team, emphasizing the movie’s profound impact and hopeful…

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Karan Johar REACTS to ‘Homebound’ getting SNUBBED at 2026 Oscars; says, ‘Thank you…’ |

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Despite not receiving a nomination for the 98th Academy Awards, India’s contender ‘Homebound’ shines as a testament to storytelling. Producer Karan Johar celebrated the vision of director Neeraj Ghaywan, highlighting the film’s poignant examination of friendship in the face of caste discrimination and the pandemic. Premiering at Cannes and hitting theaters in September 2025, it…

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Karan Johar says the Oscar campaign for ‘Homebound’ is like a bottomless pit, but it’s a ‘passion project’ for them, not a monetary game | Hindi Movie News

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Karan Johar and Neeraj Ghaywan’s film ‘Homebound’ has been shortlisted among 15 films in contention for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2026 Oscars. Reflecting on the journey, Karan described the film as a “passion project” and made it clear that money was never the driving force behind it.Karan opened up about remaining…

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Dharma Productions responds to plagiarism allegations over Homebound; says film is a licensed adaptation, ‘Baseless and unfounded’ |

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Dharma Productions has responded to allegations of plagiarism levelled by author and journalist Puja Changoiwala over Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound, firmly rejecting the claims and asserting that the film is based on legally acquired source material. The clarification came hours after Puja alleged that her 2021 novel Homebound had been copied for the film of the…

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After being shortlisted for the 2026 Oscars, ‘Homebound’ lands in legal trouble as author Puja Changoiwala alleges copyright infringement |

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It has been announced recently that ‘Homebound’ has been officially selected as India’s entry for the ‘Best International Feature Film’ category at the 98th Academy Awards and has secured a place on the December shortlist. Just a few days after the film has been shortlisted for the Oscars, Journalist and author Puja Changoiwala has moved…

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Ishaan Khatter says actors are ‘very coddled’ in India, reflects on entourage culture in Hollywood: ‘I was doing my own laundry every day’ | Hindi Movie News

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Ishaan Khatter is currently basking in happiness as his film ‘Homebound’ has been shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. The recognition marks an important milestone in the actor’s career and reflects how his work is travelling beyond Indian cinema. As Ishaan celebrates this achievement, he is also opened…

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Sidharth Malhotra cheers ‘Homebound’ after Oscars 2026 nod, calls it a ‘proud moment’ |

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Indian cinema earned global recognition as Homebound secured a spot on the Oscars 2026 shortlist in the Best International Feature Film category. The Academy announced that the film has moved to the next round, making it one of 15 selected titles from 86 eligible countries and regions. The achievement sparked celebrations across the industry, with…

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‘Homebound’ Shortlisted for Oscars 2026: Karan Johar, Vishal Jethwa & Ishaan Khatter Celebrate |

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Director Neeraj Ghaywan‘s critically acclaimed drama ‘Homebound’ has been shortlisted in the Best International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards, thus moving one step closer to scoring an Oscar nomination. The Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa-starrer is now among the 15 films selected from 86 countries and regions that are eligible to be…

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