"Homebound is and always was a piece of my heart."
Ishaan Khatter shared an emotional note on Instagram following Homebound‘s Oscars nomination snub.
The film was India’s official submission for the Academy Awards and had made it to the shortlist. However, it did not receive a nomination for Best International Feature.
Despite missing out on the nomination, the response from the cast and crew reflected pride and gratitude rather than disappointment.
Ishaan Khatter shared behind-the-scenes moments from Homebound on Instagram, accompanied by a heartfelt note.
The caption read: “Homebound is and always was a piece of my heart.
“It’s a story that took us on a journey inwards after daring to look outside the bubble we identify ourselves in.
“As difficult a reality as it mirrors, this film has always ultimately been hopeful to me in every way I can relate to it, as a human being, as a cinema person, and a young actor.
“Today, as we somewhat come to an end of one part of its journey, I know I will always look back at it with love and gratitude.
“And as a sort of moral compass. @neeraj.ghaywan I love you, brother. There are very few people I can say this about, but I know I can always trust your conscience as a yardstick.
“Love to all the heroes behind the camera and to all of you who owned this film and spoke of it like your own.
“Homebound to infinity, no feeling is final.”
Director Neeraj Ghaywan replied to Ishaan’s post, writing:
“Love you, Ishaan! The last frame killed me, again!”
The Oscar nominations were announced on January 22 and Sinners broke the record for most nominations, with 16.
The films in the running for Best International Feature are: It Was Just an Accident, Sentimental Value, Sirât, The Secret Agent and The Voice of Hind Rajab.
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Following the Academy Awards announcement, Karan Johar expressed his admiration for Homebound and its team.
Sharing stills from the film, Karan wrote:
“Proud!!! Love you @neeraj.ghaywan for allowing us to bask in your light!”
Neeraj reshared Karan’s post and said:
“Thank you @karanjohar! You have been an absolute rock. Couldn’t have come this far without you. Love you.”
Homebound stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor.
The film explores the intense emotional bonds and conflicts within a dysfunctional family trapped in a single location during a lockdown-like crisis.
It examines themes of trauma, redemption, and unspoken secrets that surface over tense confrontations, offering a deeply human and reflective cinematic experience.
Meanwhile, the Oscars will take place on March 15, 2026.
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