After receiving overwhelming appreciation from audiences worldwide and making waves in the international film circuit, Neeraj Ghaywan's critically acclaimed movie 'Homebound' is finally set for its digital debut. The film, which had a theatrical release on September 26, 2025, will now reach a global audience through streaming platforms.
Digital Premiere Details
According to latest reports, the much-talked-about film will make its OTT premiere on November 21, 2025. Movie enthusiasts who missed the theatrical experience or want to rewatch the masterpiece can stream it exclusively on Netflix, bringing the cinematic excellence directly to their homes.
International Recognition and Awards Journey
The film's journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. 'Homebound' has been selected as India's official entry at the prestigious 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. This recognition places it among the most notable Indian cinematic exports of the year.
Adding to its impressive credentials, the film received a nine-minute standing ovation during its world debut at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, signaling its powerful impact on international audiences and critics alike.
Star-Studded Collaboration
The film features compelling performances by Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles, supported by Harshika Parmar, Shalini Vatsa, Chandan K Anand, and Vijay Vikram Singh. The narrative revolves around the friendship between Mohammed Shoaib Ali (played by Ishaan Khatter) and Chandan Kumar (played by Vishal Jethwa), two childhood friends aspiring to become police officers.
Behind the scenes, the project boasts exceptional talent with Hollywood legend Martin Scorsese serving as executive producer and Bollywood mogul Karan Johar backing the 122-minute cinematic experience.
Festival Circuit and Box Office Performance
Before its digital transition, 'Homebound' traveled through prestigious film festivals, including screenings at the Melbourne International Film Festival in August and upcoming presentation at the Toronto International Film Festival 2025 in the Gala Presentation category.
Despite critical acclaim, the film reported modest box office earnings of approximately Rs 3 crore, with industry analysts attributing the underperformance to limited screen availability rather than content quality.
This digital release on Netflix represents a significant opportunity for 'Homebound' to find the widespread audience it deserves, cementing Neeraj Ghaywan's position as a formidable talent following his previous success with the globally acclaimed 'Masaan' in 2015.
