Karan Johar Discusses Homebound's Oscar Campaign and Role at Dharma Productions

Karan Johar described the film Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and shortlisted for the 2026 Oscars Best International Feature Film category, as a passion project without commercial expectations. He emphasized that despite selling a 50% stake in Dharma Productions to Adar Poonawalla, he remains the creative leader. Johar highlighted the costly and uncertain nature of Oscar campaigns, calling them a "bottomless pit," but noted Poonawalla supported the effort without focusing on financial returns.