Oscars 2026: India's 'Homebound' Drops Out Of Academy Awards Race
The 98th Academy Awards ceremony will take place on March 15 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles
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The 98th Academy Awards ceremony will take place on March 15 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles

Lovers, losers, vampires, serial killers... Indian cinema was a bag of thrills in 2025. From mythic spectacles to tender lullabies, THR India picks the best of the lot

The 'Homebound' director on why trade figures now dominate conversations around cinema.

The actor reflects on working without an entourage on ‘The Perfect Couple’

Nitin Baid reflects on Martin Scorsese’s unexpected guidance and a cut that changed 'Homebound'

Producer Guneet Monga Kapoor said Indian folklore is the country's 'superpower' that one should embrace.

From returning franchises to fresh comedy and intimate specials, this week offers a mix of nostalgia and curiosity.

Somen Mishra talks about what the year means for Dharma Productions, the CBFC battles, the box-office talk, and more

The Hollywood Reporter India's weekly column 'Lights, Camera, Scoop' unravels the behind-the-scenes madness of the big Bollywood machinery.

Chosen as India’s official submission to the Oscars, Neeraj Ghaywan’s film refuses to rely on its courage alone

The Hollywood Reporter India's weekly column 'Lights, Camera, Scoop' unravels the behind-the-scenes madness of the big Bollywood machinery.
Karan Johar and Neeraj Ghaywan reveal what having Martin Scorsese as executive producer on ‘Homebound’ meant—from screenplay notes to shaping the final cut.

From Code 360 protocols to small gestures, Janhvi and Ishaan reveal how Neeraj Ghaywan makes every set a space of respect and care.
An Oscar-headed friendship drama, a gangster’s return, and two stars getting candid—this week’s watchlist is simple but strong.
In a star-studded evening hosted by Karan Johar, Janhvi honoured her late mother while Bollywood’s finest gathered to celebrate India’s Oscar entry.

The film starring Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor and Vishal Jethwa will compete in the Best International Feature category.
Janhvi Kapoor Kapoor’s saree-inspired Miu Miu gown brought Indian elegance to TIFF’s global stage.

The disturbing allegations first came to light when filmmaker Abhinav Singh accused Pratik Shah of being 'highly manipulative' and 'emotionally abusive' based on the testimony of multiple women.

Pratik Shah, who was recently in Cannes with the 'Homebound' team and has also worked on 'Jubilee', has deactivated his Instagram account since the allegations surfaced late Thursday evening.

At Cannes, the actress reflects on the film that deepened her sense of purpose.









