Bollywood Stars Congratulate Team of Homebound on India’s Oscar Entry

Bollywood celebrities including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Anil Kapoor, and Ananya Panday have congratulated the team of Neeraj Ghaywan’s directorial Homebound after the film was announced as India’s official entry to the 2026 Academy Awards in the Best International Feature category.

Produced by Karan Johar and Adar Poonawalla, the film features Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles. The selection was confirmed on Friday, marking a significant milestone for the makers and the Indian film industry.

Calling it a “proud moment,” Kareena and Anil Kapoor shared congratulatory notes on social media, while Ananya Panday posted the film’s poster on her Instagram story praising Ghaywan’s direction.

With the Oscar entry, Homebound has generated fresh excitement among film enthusiasts and industry insiders, spotlighting Indian cinema on the global stage.