Ishaan Khatter Celebrates ‘Homebound’ Selection At Cannes Film Festival With Martin Scorsese
The actor describes meeting legendary filmmaker as 'dream realized in most surreal way.'
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In a moment that marks a significant milestone in his career, actor Ishaan Khatter has shared his profound gratitude after his film ‘Homebound’ received guidance from legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese. Taking to Instagram, Khatter posted photos showing himself with Scorsese, describing the experience as “the honour of a lifetime” and “a dream realised in the most surreal way.”
The images posted by Ishan Khatter capture a playful moment of him with the director of ‘Homebound,’ Neeraj Ghaywan, and Scorsese’s comment. This highlights what clearly was a momentous occasion for the young Indian actor.
In his heartfelt post, Khatter expressed his deep appreciation to the iconic director, writing: “Thank you @martinscorsese_, for guiding our film with the grace and insight of a true master. Your support means more to us than words can convey. You are the North Star in the world of Cinema.”
The significance of this mentorship cannot be overstated, as Scorsese is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers in cinema history. His involvement with ‘Homebound’ adds considerable prestige to the project.
This recognition comes on the heels of the announcement that ‘Homebound’ has been officially selected for the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in the ‘Un Certain Regard’ category. This selection represents a significant achievement for Indian cinema on the international stage. The project also marks Khatter’s return to Dharma Productions after seven years, reuniting him with producer Karan Johar.
Ishaan Khatter made his acting debut in 2017 with Majid Majidi’s ‘Beyond the Clouds,’ followed by his Bollywood debut in ‘Dhadak’ (2018) opposite Janhvi Kapoor, who is also part of the ‘Homebound’ cast. The son of actors Rajesh Khattar and Neelima Azeem and half-brother to actor Shahid Kapoor, Ishaan has been carving his own path in the film industry.
His filmography includes ‘Khaali Peeli’ (2020) and ‘Phone Bhoot’ (2022), along with the BBC series ‘A Suitable Boy’ (2020). Known for his intense performances and dancing skills, Khatter has been steadily building his career in both mainstream and content-driven cinema.
Besides ‘Homebound,’ Khatter has been actively involved in other projects. He recently promoted his series ‘The Royals,’ which is set to release on Netflix on May 9th. The promotional materials showcase him in royal attire, indicating a period drama that has generated considerable buzz.
The selection of ‘Homebound’ at Cannes and Scorsese’s involvement represent a significant moment not just for Khatter but for Indian cinema as a whole. It signals continuing international recognition for Indian storytelling and filmmaking talent.
With a team that includes director Neeraj Ghaywan, known for his critically acclaimed work on ‘Masaan,’ and the backing of Dharma Productions, ‘Homebound’ appears positioned to make a substantial impact when it premieres at the prestigious festival.
As Khatter concluded in his post with “Godspeed ‘Homebound’ ❤️🤟,” it’s clear that this project represents both a personal and professional landmark in shaping up to be a diverse and promising career for the young actor.
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