Makers of 2021 Film Dihadi Note Similarities with India's 2025 Oscar Entry Homebound

The makers of the 2021 independent film Dihadi highlighted visual similarities between their movie and Homebound, India's 2025 Oscar entry directed by Neeraj Ghaywan. Both films depict migrant workers' experiences during the Covid lockdown. Dihadi's creators shared a reel comparing scenes but clarified they do not accuse Homebound's makers of copying, instead aiming to raise awareness about small-budget films. Homebound, backed by Dharma Productions, missed the final Oscar nomination.