Janhvi Kapoor is beaming with joy as her film ‘Homebound’, starring Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa, has been chosen as India’s official entry for the 2026 Oscars in the Best International Feature Film category. The actress has been receiving praise for her work in the film, but the most special one came from none other than Hollywood legend Martin Scorsese.
Martin Scorsese admired Janhvi Kapoor’s acting
In an interview with Pinkvilla, Janhvi’s ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari’ co-star Varun Dhawan said, “From what I heard, what she got excited about was that when Martin Scorsese became one of the producers on the film, and was giving them editing notes and all, he spoke about Janhvi’s character. He said, ‘The actress who played it, she is so good… so good.’ I heard it.”Hearing this, Janhvi replied, “Yeah. I was like, jo bolna hain bole, abhi toh Martin Scorsese ne tareef kar di. (Let people say whatever they want, Martin Scorsese has appreciated me now.)”
Janhvi Kapoor on her film choices
During the same conversation, the ‘Dhadak’ actress also spoke about balancing commercial films and projects like ‘Homebound’. “I didn’t think it through that much that I was thinking about doing a commercial film, and then I would do this and all. I didn’t do ‘Homebound’ to gain anything from it. I just feel strongly about the film, and I have been dying to work with Neeraj sir,” she said. The ‘Bawaal’ actress added, “There was nothing transactional for me to do ‘Homebound’. It was such a cathartic experience for me to do it. When I read the script, I felt like being a better person, and I hope people feel that after watching it.”
About ‘Homebound’
‘Homebound’ is about two childhood friends from North India who dream of becoming police officers. As they get ready for the national police exam, their friendship faces challenges from increasing pressure and social expectations. The film is directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, known for ‘Masaan’, and also stars Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa.’Homebound’ has already created a strong buzz internationally.Before its entry into the 2026 Academy Awards, the film had its international premiere in the Un Certain Regard section at Cannes 2025, held from May 14 to May 25. It was also showcased at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM). Go to Source
