Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:25am on 17 Dec 2025,Wednesday Entertainment
Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound, India’s official entry, has been shortlisted among the Top 15 films competing for the Best International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards (Oscars 2026). The list includes acclaimed global contenders chosen from over 80 submissions, taking the film a step closer to potential nomination. Starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor and co‑produced by Karan Johar, the movie has received widespread praise and festival recognition. With final nominations to be announced in January 2026, Homebound represents a major moment for Indian cinema on the world stage. (PC: X)