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Homebound, starring Janhvi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, has been selected as the closing film for the IFFM 2025.
Homeboud, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, stars Janhvi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa
After a remarkable Cannes premiere, Homebound, starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor is set to close IFFM 2025. Earlier this year, the film had its World Premiere at the Cannes Film Festival 2025. It is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan, and produced by Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra, with co-producers Marijke deSouza and Melita Toscan du Plantier, and executive producer Martin Scorsese.
Homebound is an emotionally powerful drama that follows two childhood friends from northern India who dream of becoming police officers as a means to improve their lives. As they start to achieve their dreams, their friendship begins to deteriorate. This film, with its compelling story and nuanced performances, has become one of the most discussed Indian films on the global stage this year.
Neeraj Ghaywan mentioned that Homebound delves into the delicate bonds of friendship, ambition, and the emotional challenges of personal growth. He expressed excitement about Homebound being part of IFFM’s legacy of promoting meaningful cinema. “Homebound explores the fragile threads of friendship, ambition, and the emotional cost of breaking free to come into your own. IFFM has long championed meaningful cinema, and I’m very excited that Homebound is part of that legacy as their closing film,” said the director.
Karan Johar stated that showcasing Homebound as the closing film at IFFM, known for celebrating bold and relevant storytelling, is a fitting progression for the film’s journey. “At its core, Homebound is a story of aspiration, identity, and the quiet heartbreak that comes with change. Neeraj has crafted a hauntingly beautiful film, and I’m immensely proud that Dharma Productions could back this vision. To showcase it as the closing film at IFFM, a festival that celebrates bold and relevant storytelling, is the perfect next step in its journey,” he said.
Mitu Bhowmick Lange, the Festival Director, expressed pride in having Homebound close IFFM 2025. “We’re proud to have Homebound close IFFM 2025. Neeraj Ghaywan’s storytelling has always spoken to truth and empathy, and with stellar performances by Ishaan, Vishal and Janhvi, the film promises to leave a lasting impact. IFFM is thrilled to present this cinematic gem to Australian audiences,” said Mitu.
IFFM 2025 will be held from August 14 to 24 in Melbourne, featuring a vibrant array of screenings, red carpet events, industry panels, and the eagerly awaited IFFM Awards.
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