Two highly anticipated Indian films, ‘Bandar’ starring Bobby Deol and ‘Homebound’ featuring Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter, are set to have their world premieres at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025.
Bobby Deol’s ‘Bandar’ Heads to TIFF
Bobby Deol recently shared exciting news on Instagram: his film ‘Bandar’ (meaning ‘Monkey in a Cage’) has been officially selected for the 50th Toronto International Film Festival 2025. He posted, “The Story that should not have been told… But is the Official Selection at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival 2025.”
The announcement quickly garnered congratulations from fellow actors like Sunny Deol, Vikrant Massey, and Huma Qureshi. This marks a significant milestone for the film and its cast.
Inside ‘Bandar’: A True Story Adaptation
‘Bandar’ is inspired by true events, promising a compelling and perhaps unsettling narrative. The film is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, known for his impactful and often raw storytelling.
TIFF 2025 is scheduled to take place from September 4 to September 14, where ‘Bandar’ will make its global debut.
Bobby Deol’s Recent Endeavors
Before this major festival announcement, Bobby Deol was seen in ‘Ek Badnaam Aashram Season 3 – Part 2’, which premiered on Amazon MX Player. The series, directed by Prakash Jha, featured a strong cast including Aaditi Pohankar and Darshan Kumaar.
He also recently expanded his footprint into Telugu cinema with ‘Daaku Maharaj’, where he starred alongside Nandamuri Balakrishna.
Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter’s ‘Homebound’
‘Homebound’, featuring Janhvi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter, and Vishal Jethwa, is another prominent Indian film heading to TIFF 2025. Filmmaker Karan Johar expressed his delight on Instagram, announcing its selection in the coveted Gala Presentations category.
This film has already made waves, having received an impressive nine-minute standing ovation at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, building considerable anticipation for its TIFF premiere.
The Heart of ‘Homebound’
According to Variety, ‘Homebound’ centers on two childhood friends from a small North Indian village. They embark on a journey to secure a police job, hoping to gain the dignity they’ve long been denied. However, as they get closer to their dream, their friendship faces severe challenges from mounting desperation.
Director Neeraj Ghaywan described ‘Homebound’ as “a deeply personal story about friendship, dignity, and survival.” He hopes the film will encourage viewers to look closer and empathize with people who are often overlooked.
Adding to its prestige, legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese serves as an executive producer on ‘Homebound’, underscoring the film’s potential impact and quality.
- Two Indian films, ‘Bandar’ and ‘Homebound’, will have their world premieres at TIFF 2025.
- Bobby Deol’s ‘Bandar’ is an Anurag Kashyap directorial, inspired by true events.
- Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter’s ‘Homebound’ received a standing ovation at Cannes and is executive produced by Martin Scorsese.
These selections highlight the increasing global recognition and diverse storytelling emerging from Indian cinema, bringing unique narratives to an international audience.
