In addition to a prestigious accolade, Homebound has also taught Janhvi Kapoor a heartfelt lesson.
On Friday, December 19, NDTV hosted its 2025 Indian of the Year event in New Delhi, during which the Param Sundari actress won an esteemed recognition for her Oscar-nominated film, Homebound.
After winning NDTV Actor of the Year (Female) award, the 28-year-old actress shared a sweet post, opening up about her feelings on bagging the huge honor.
In the heartwarming caption, Janhvi Kapoor revealed the “biggest takeaway” from the film, writing, “@ndtv actor of the year female for Homebound :) my biggest take away from the journey of this very special film is that; to really see people without your own baggage of judgement and to feel truly seen in return is perhaps the greatest gift we are capable of giving and receiving as human beings. And in that spirit…”
Expressing gratitude, she continued, “thank you @ndtv for making me feel seen in my endeavour to try to be a better artist and for my small contribution to what is, was and always will be a piece of my heart - Homebound.”
Praising the film’s director, Neeraj Ghaywan, the Dhadak starlet added, “And best director for the literal best director/ human teddy ever!!! @neeraj.ghaywan These are our first awards for our film in India, so obviously the most special.”
Homebound features the story of two childhood friends from a small North Indian village who aim for a police job that could give them the respect they have always wanted. But as they get closer to their goal, growing struggles start to test their friendship.
The movie – released on September 26, 2025 – stars Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, Vishal Jethwa, Harshika Parmar, Shalini Vatsa, and Chandan K Anand.
