Ishaan Khatter shared behind-the-scenes pictures with co-star Vishal Jethwa from Homebound, and fans are loving the glimpse of their friendship on set.
Ishaan Khatter’s and Vishal Jethwa’s performances in Homebound are being widely appreciated by critics and audiences. Homebound is a drama film written and directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, based on a New York Times article by Basharat Peer from 2020. It revolves around two childhood friends who attempt to pass the national police exam. Selected as India’s official entry for the 2026 Oscars, the film anthem theatres on 26st September,2025, after premiering at the Cannes Film Festival. And, it is receiving a lot of love online.
Ishaan Khatter Shares BTS Pics With Vishal Jethwa
Amidst the positive reviews, Ishaan posted on his Instagram handle to share some behind-the-scenes photos with Jethwa and wrote, “Dosti amar rahe. Shoaib aur Chandan.”
Fans appreciated his performance in the comments of the post. “What a brilliant choice for taking up Homebound and delivering one of his career’s best performances,” wrote a user. Another commented, “Pulled off the role so well that it was soul-touching. Ishaan really deserves a National Award for this performance.” A user wrote, ” you brought so much depth to the character, especially around the interval portion, it felt so real nd heartfelt! Hats off to ur craft.”
Fans reaction on X
Fans overall have loved this movie, one such fan wrote on X, “Left to tears Easily one of my favourite films of the year spearheaded by exceptional performances by Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa. A moving & heartbreaking tale on brotherhood.”
Left to tears ?
Easily one of my favourite films of the year spearheaded by exceptional performances by Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa.
A moving & heartbreaking tale on brotherhood.#Homebound pic.twitter.com/xLUdKgBC2b
— ANMOL JAMWAL (@jammypants4) September 26, 2025
Another posted, “Homebound One of the most hard-hitting movies of the year. Neeraj Gheywan is at his best when it comes to showcasing the reality. Ishan & Vishal gave the most powerful performance of the year. It made you think with each passing scene. Finally a worthy entry to oscars. ending”
Homebound One of the most hard-hitting movies of the year. Neeraj Gheywan is at his best when it comes to showcasing the reality. Ishan & Vishal gave the most powerful performance of the year. It made you think with each passing scene. Finally a worthy entry to oscars. ending ? pic.twitter.com/7h37ER4qXp
— Jigar (@thatfilmymonk) September 27, 2025
The film also features Janhvi Kapoor in a short role. It follows Shoaib (Ishaan Khattar) and Chandan (Vishal Jethwa) as they offer with ambition, social prejudices, and friendship. Both face personal and professional struggles that test their dreams and determination. Directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, it is produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions.
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