Did Homebound Oscar selection break rules

Did Homebound Oscar selection break rules.Homebound directed by Neeraj Ghaywan has been selected as the India's official entry to the Oscars.

However, some felt that the rules were flouted to facilitate the selection process. A film must secure a theatrical release and run for at least seven consecutive days within the eligibility window of October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025 according to the Academy Rules.

Many felt that since the film is releasing this week, the rules were flouted. However, FFI Chairman Firdausul Hasan, clarified "The film needs to be released in cinema halls before September 30, which it is doing. As for the run for seven consecutive days in at least one theatre, the makers have signed an undertaking that they will ensure the film is screened in a cinema hall for a week. The rules and legalities have been duly followed, and only then was 'Homebound' entered into the list of films that the jury watched."

Homebound features Janhvi Kapoor in a pivotal character. The film is set to release in theatres on September 26, 2025.