Homebound release date: Bollywood fans, here’s some big news! The much-awaited movie ‘Homebound,’ starring Janhvi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter, and Vishal Jethwa, is finally releasing in cinemas worldwide. The film, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, has already been making waves internationally and now it’s coming home to India.
When is Homebound releasing?
Bollywood fans won’t have to wait too long as Homebound is hitting theatres worldwide on September 26, 2025. But this film isn’t just any regular Bollywood release. It has already made India proud on the global stage.
The movie had its grand debut at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 in the Un Certain Regard category, where it received a rare nine-minute standing ovation from the audience. Soon after, it also travelled to the Toronto International Film Festival, where critics praised it as ‘a moving and unforgettable story.’
Adding even more weight to the project is legendary Hollywood filmmaker Martin Scorsese, who has come on board as executive producer. Before its Cannes premiere, Scorsese praised the film’s storytelling, saying it stays with you long after you’ve left the theater.
Dharma Productions drops new poster of Homebound
Dharma Productions recently shared a new poster featuring Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa, with the caption: “No feeling is final.” Within minutes, the post was flooded with reactions. Maheep Kapoor dropped clapping and heart emojis, while Zoya Akhtar commented, “Can’t wait.” Fans were just as excited, writing comments like, “Finally Janhvi and Ishaan are back together,” and “This is a must-watch.”
Homebound release on OTT
If you’re planning to watch it in theatres, then mark September 26, 2025 on your calendar. But even if you miss it on the big screen, don’t worry, after its theatrical run, Homebound will stream on Netflix.
With an acclaimed director like Neeraj Ghaywan, powerful performances by Janhvi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter, and Vishal Jethwa, and the support of both Karan Johar and Martin Scorsese, Homebound has everything it takes to be one of the most talked-about films of the year.
The story of Homebound
Homebound is a story of friendship and dreams. It follows two boys from a small village in North India who grow up with the same goal: to become police officers. For them, the uniform is not just about a job, it’s about earning the respect they’ve been denied all their lives. But as they get closer to their dream, they find themselves tested in unexpected ways, and even their friendship comes under pressure.
Director Neeraj Ghaywan explained it in one of the media interactions, “It’s about people who are often unseen, and the quiet strength they carry in a world that rarely pauses for them. I hope the film helps us look closer, with empathy.”