Actor Vishal Jethwa recently shared his thoughts on the international recognition of Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and starring Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Jethwa himself. The film began its journey at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival earlier this year and went on to screen at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. Most recently, it was awarded the second runner-up prize in the popular film category at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
Vishal Jethwa talks about Homebound winning second runner-up at TIFF : “The film is not just acknowledged, but rewarded”
Reflecting on the achievement, Vishal said, “It feels great that the film is not just being acknowledged but also rewarded for the hard work we’ve all put in. First Melbourne, and now Toronto—receiving an award along with recognition feels like a bonus.”
The actor described the journey as “surreal,” especially after the overwhelming response at Cannes. “We received a nine-minute standing ovation there, but we didn’t know what to expect elsewhere. TIFF, however, was a completely unique experience. People connected with the film in their own way. It truly felt like a once-in-a-lifetime moment,” he shared. Talking more about the TIFF reception, Vishal added, “We got a standing ovation there as well. People were emotional, but also incredibly energetic. What made it even more special was that many people in the audience already knew our work. Even though it was a foreign country, it felt like we were watching the film with our own community.”
With Homebound set to release in Indian theatres on September 26, Vishal said the team is both excited and nervous. “I’ve been waiting for this day for a long time. We’ve all had our share of nerves, but after the international response, my confidence has grown. Even after Cannes, I received calls from top Indian critics, and the way they spoke made it clear that people here are genuinely looking forward to the film. Once the release date was announced, the response on social media was amazing.”
Vishal also shared how the film has impacted him personally. “I’ve been working for years but never had the chance to travel abroad. Thanks to this film, I’ve visited five countries in just one year. Homebound has brought so much good fortune into my life.”
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