- By Aarushi Raina
- Thu, 15 May 2025 12:56 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Cannes 2025 Lineup: The much-anticipated movie Homebound starring Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor, is among the few Indian films that will premiere at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. Directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, the film is backed by Karan Johar under his banner. Hollywood filmmaker Martin Scorsese has also joined the team as an executive producer. The movie, which also stars Vishal Jethwa, has been selected to be screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the ongoing prestigious film festival. Ahead of its premiere, the makers have dropped the first poster of the film.
Homebound First Poster And Cannes Premiere Date
Karan Johar unveiled the first look of Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa from Homebound on his Instagram account. Along with the post, he wrote, "Some bonds carry us through. Presenting the first poster for HOMEBOUND, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa & Janhvi Kapoor. Premieres at the Cannes Film Festival on 21st May 2025."
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About Homebound Movie: The film is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan, making it special for him as he returns to Cannes after his debut film Masaan, starring Vicky Kaushal in the same category in 2015. The movie will show the journey of two friends from a village who pursue their passion to be police officers, but their friendship gets tested during this time. Besides Ishaan, Janhvi and Vishal, Homebound also features Shalini Vatsa, Tushar Phulke, Pankaj Dubey, and others.
Apart from Homebound, the restored Aranyer Din Ratri movie by legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray and Anupam Kher's directorial Tanvi The Great will also be screened at Cannes. The short film A Doll Made Up Of Clay, made by students from the Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI) in Kolkata, wi;; alos be making its way. The 78th Cannes Film Festival kicked off on May 13 and will conclude on May 24.