Overview

• The CBFC cleared the film with 11 mandated cuts, leaving the released version 77 seconds shorter than the submitted draft.
• In new interviews, Khatter says some films receive leniencies while socially themed work faces tougher scrutiny, calling for equal treatment of viewpoints.
• Homebound opened in Indian theatres on September 26 after an international run that included a Cannes Un Certain Regard premiere and strong TIFF reception.
• Despite critical praise and selection as India’s 2026 Oscars submission, early trade reports peg the global gross at roughly Rs 3.68 crore.
• The production continues its campaign with behind-the-scenes posts from Khatter and with executive producer support from Martin Scorsese.