Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound, starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, has been shortlisted for the Best International Feature Film category at Oscars 2026.
Neeraj Ghaywan’s critically acclaimed film Homebound has officially made it to the shortlist for the Best International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards, the Academy announced while revealing shortlists across 12 other categories. This milestone puts India on the global cinematic map once again, as the film now competes among the 15 films eligible for final nominations.
Oscars 2026 Shortlist Details
The Best International Feature Film shortlist includes 15 films selected from 86 eligible countries and regions. Alongside Homebound, the shortlisted films are:
- Belén (Argentina)
- The Secret Agent (Brazil)
- It Was Just an Accident (France)
- Sound of Falling (Germany)
- The President’s Cake (Iraq)
- Kokuho (Japan)
- All That’s Left of You (Jordan)
- Sentimental Value (Norway)
- Palestine 36 (Palestine)
- No Other Choice (South Korea)
- Sirât (Spain)
- Late Shift (Switzerland)
- Left-Handed Girl (Taiwan)
- The Voice of Hind Rajab (Tunisia)
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Academy members from all branches participate in the preliminary voting process, where they view all eligible films. For the final nomination round, members must watch all 15 shortlisted titles before casting their votes.
#Homebound has been shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards! @TheAcademy
We’re deeply grateful for the extraordinary love and support we’ve received from around the world. pic.twitter.com/2dgXjh57Wx
— Neeraj Ghaywan (@ghaywan) December 16, 2025
Director Neeraj Ghaywan’s Reaction
Homebound director Neeraj Ghaywan expressed his delight on X, saying:
“Homebound has been shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards! @TheAcademy. We’re deeply grateful for the extraordinary love and support we’ve received from around the world.”
About Homebound
Homebound revolves around childhood friends Shoaib (Ishaan Khatter) and Chandan (Vishal Jethwa), whose shared dream of joining the police force shapes their journey. Janhvi Kapoor plays a pivotal role, adding emotional depth to a story that explores friendship, duty, and the pressures faced by young Indians striving to make a mark in life. The film combines compelling performances with a nuanced portrayal of modern societal challenges.
Upcoming Oscars Details
Final nominations for the shortlisted films will be revealed on January 22, 2026. Comedian Conan O’Brien is set to host the 98th Academy Awards, scheduled for March 15, 2026. Homebound’s inclusion in the shortlist marks a significant achievement for Indian cinema and raises anticipation for the upcoming awards season.
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