The Indian movie ‘Homebound’, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, has been shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. Homebound is among 15 films that have become ‘eligible’ for ‘final’ nominations in the International Feature Film category at the Oscars 2026. The International Feature Film shortlist showcases cinema from around the world.
India 's #Homebound is one of the 15 short-listed movies for #Oscars2026 Best International feature film.. @DharmaMovies pic.twitter.com/4PGFUHwDiQ
— Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) December 17, 2025
Final nominations in the shortlisted categories will be determined in the coming weeks and are scheduled to be announced on January 22nd next year. The 98th Academy Awards will be held on March 15th next year. 'Homebound' follows childhood friends Shoaib (Ishaan Khatter) and Chandan (Vishal Jethwa), whose shared dream of joining the police force shapes their lives, with Janhvi Kapoor adding emotional depth to a story grounded in friendship, duty, and the pressures facing young India. Earlier this year, 'Homebound' received major accolades across film festivals and award shows.
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