Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound' Misses Oscar Nomination

Neeraj Ghaywan's acclaimed drama 'Homebound' missed out on an Oscar nomination in the Best International Feature Film category for the 98th Academy Awards. Despite a strong festival run, India's entry did not make the final five. Only three Indian films have previously been nominated in this category.

Neeraj Ghaywan's acclaimed drama 'Homebound' has failed to secure a nomination for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2026 Oscars. The announcement, made by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in Los Angeles, was a disappointment despite the film's strong festival circuit performance.

Produced by notable figures Karan Johar and Adar Poonawalla, 'Homebound' was inspired by a New York Times article and premiered at Cannes last May. The film, featuring actors Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, explores the friendship between a Muslim and a Dalit longing for acceptance.

Supported by Hollywood legend Martin Scorsese as an executive producer, the movie depicted a stirring tale yet couldn't make it to the final cut of nominees. Notably, only three Indian films have previously reached this stage at the Oscars.

(With inputs from agencies.)