Overview

• As per Sacnilk estimates reported by multiple outlets, the film earned about ₹29–30 lakh nett on day one in India.
• Neeraj Ghaywan’s drama released nationwide on September 26 after screenings at Cannes (Un Certain Regard), Toronto and Melbourne.
• India has selected Homebound as its official submission for the 2026 Academy Awards in the Best International Feature category.
• Critics highlight powerful performances by Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa and praise the film’s portrayal of caste and religious prejudice rooted in Basharat Peer’s 2020 New York Times reportage.
• The Dharma Productions title credits Martin Scorsese as executive producer and is planned to stream on Netflix following its theatrical run.