After making waves at international festivals, Homebound is all set for its worldwide theatrical debut. Featuring a talented cast including Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Vishal Jethwa, the film is officially scheduled to hit cinemas globally on September 26, 2025.
Dharma Productions shared the exciting news via a social media post that stated, “No feeling is final. Homebound is releasing in cinemas on 26th September, worldwide.” The film has already had a remarkable run at both the Cannes Film Festival and the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), where it received a nine-minute standing ovation, building up the anticipation for its upcoming release.
Directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, known for his work on Masaan, Homebound draws inspiration from the 2020 New York Times article "A Friendship, a Pandemic and a Death Beside the Highway" by Basharat Peer. The narrative follows two childhood friends from northern India who aspire to become police officers. As they gear up for the national police exam, they face societal pressures and personal challenges that put their friendship to the test. The screenplay, co-written by Ghaywan, Peer, and Sumit Roy, promises a grounded story that delves into complex emotions.
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Produced by Karan Johar under the Dharma Productions banner, Homebound is poised to be one of the most talked-about films of the year. After its theatrical run, viewers can catch the movie on Netflix, broadening its reach to audiences around the globe.
For Janhvi Kapoor, who was last seen in Param Sundari, this film represents another important milestone in her career. Joining her in leading roles are Ishaan Khatter, fresh off his time in The Royals, and Vishal Jethwa, who recently appeared in Party Till I Die, both of whom bring added depth to this gripping drama.
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