Sept 2025 Wrap: Homebound Oscar Entry, Aryan Khan's Netflix Debut & More | It's A Wrap | THR India

In this episode of "It's a Wrap," film critics Anupama Chopra, Rahul Desai, and Justin Rao sit down to discuss the standout films and shows from September 2025. The trio dives deep into Neeraj Ghaywan's "Homebound" starring Ishaan Khatter, which has been selected as India's official Oscar entry for 2026. Anupama shares her emotional reaction to the film, calling it her favorite Hindi film of the year by a mile.

The critics analyze Aryan Khan's directorial debut "The Ba****ds of Bollywood" on Netflix, featuring Lakshya Lalwani and Raghav Juyal, discussing how Aryan successfully balances meta-humor with sharp industry critique. Rahul explores the subversive streak beneath the show's star-studded cameos and satirical lens on Bollywood.

They also review the second season of "Bandish Bandits" featuring Arjun Rampal's memorable cameo as poet Imroz Dehelvi. The discussion touches on Anurag Kashyap's "Nishaanchi" starring Aaishvary Thackeray in a double role, with the critics debating whether it lives up to Anurag's earlier masterpieces like "Gangs of Wasseypur."

The episode also covers Anurag's presentation of "Bad Girl" and discussions on "Laapataa Ladies" (India's previous Oscar submission). From tearjerking moments in "Homebound" to the chaotic energy of "The Ba****ds of Bollywood," September 2025 offered exceptional cinema across genres.