Homebound: Neeraj Ghaywans critically acclaimed movie set for OTT launch

Neeraj Ghaywan’s critically acclaimed drama, Homebound, is approaching OTT. The movie, which was chosen as India’s official entry for the 98th Academy Awards, is about to be launched on Netflix on November 21, the streamer introduced on Thursday. It stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor in pivotal roles.

Homebound tells the story of two childhood pals, Shoaib (Ishaan) and Chandan (Vishal) who chase a police job that guarantees them dignity however are trapped in India’s brutal socio-political actuality. The movie relies on journalist Basharat Peer’s 2020 New York Times article, ‘Taking Amrit Home’. It is backed by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and legendary Hollywood director Martin Scorsese serves as the manager producer together with Pravin Khairnar.

Speaking concerning the OTT launch, Neeraj stated in a press release, “Inspired by a real story of friendship, Homebound explores the common themes of connection and compassion as types of quiet resistance. After screening in competitors at a number of the world’s most prestigious festivals and beloved by everybody, it has now discovered a house on Netflix, reaching audiences in 190 nations.”

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Karan added, “As producers, supporting a movie like this has been a privilege. Seeing the movie attain Netflix permits it to attach with audiences far past its speedy world, and that journey is extremely particular for us at Dharma.”

After its premiere on the Cannes Film Festival and the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) earlier this 12 months, Homebound was launched in theatres on September 26, 2025.