Overview

• The Central Board of Film Certification cleared the film with 11 cuts, trimming the runtime by 77 seconds before its September 26 theatrical release.
• In a new interview, Khatter questioned inconsistent certification standards and urged equal treatment of differing viewpoints while allowing reasonable voices to be heard.
• "Homebound" is India’s official submission for the 2026 Academy Awards, with the cast stepping up publicity through interviews and behind-the-scenes posts.
• The Neeraj Ghaywan drama earned acclaim at Cannes and TIFF, and carries executive producer backing from Martin Scorsese.
• Despite strong reviews and ongoing awards buzz, the worldwide box office stands at about Rs 3.68 crore since debut.