Karan Johar’s homebound earned an ovation standing in the Tiff 2025 premiere. Watch
Karan Johar’s ‘Homebound’, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, received a permanent ovation at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival. The film stars Ishaan Khat, Janhvi Kapoor and Vishal Jethwa in lead roles.
Karan Johar’s latest film ‘Homebound’ had a powerful impact at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), earning a permanent ovation during his North American premiere. The drama, directed and written by Neeraj Ghaywan, impressed the audience with his layered story and compelling performances.
The team celebrated the moment on social media, Thanks to everyone for the heavy response. Karan Johar, who co-produced the film with other Poonwal, Apoorva Mehta and Somen Mishra, also resumed the post on his Instagram stories, expressing pride in the film’s international journey.
In the film, Ishan Khat, Janhvi Kapoor, And huge Jethwa in huge roles.
‘Homebound’ first created waves with his world premiere at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival on 21 May. Its selection in TIFF added its growing reputation on the global stage. After earning international praise with its European debut, the hot reception in Toronto has only strengthened its speed.
The small town set in India, ‘Homebound’ follows two childhood friends who are preparing for the National Police Entrance Examination. As they struggle with personal conflict and systemic challenges, their bonds are pushed to its limits. The story provides ambition, caste dynamics and a moving exploration of loyalty.
Starring Ishaan Khat, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor, the film has been elevated by his fine performances, which adds both emotional weight and delicate to Neeraj Ghaywan’s layered story. Their depiction, in particular, play applause in Tiff.