Karan Johar produced Homebound.
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News1823-01-2026, 08:43

Karan Johar Laments 'Homebound' Oscars Snub: 'Finest Films India Ever Made'

  • Karan Johar expressed disappointment over 'Homebound' not securing an Oscar nomination, calling it 'a pity'.
  • He reshared a heartfelt Instagram note praising 'Homebound' as one of India's finest and most important films.
  • Johar, whose Dharma Productions backed the film, publicly lauded director Neeraj Ghaywan for his work.
  • The film, starring Vishal Jethwa, Ishaan Khatter, and Janhvi Kapoor, explores caste-based discrimination.
  • Had it been nominated, 'Homebound' would have been the first Indian film in 25 years after 'Lagaan' to achieve this feat.

Why It Matters: Karan Johar believes 'Homebound' deserved an Oscar nomination, hailing it as one of India's best films.

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