What are the odds? One filmmaker. Two unforgettable stories. A decade apart — and two standing ovations at the world’s most prestigious film festival. In 2015, debutant Neeraj Ghaywan shook the world with Masaan. It premiered in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard section, won two major awards, and earned a 5-minute standing ovation. Now, in 2025, he returns with his second film — Homebound. And history repeats: a 9-minute ovation, tears, and thunderous applause. Backed by none other than Martin Scorsese, Homebound is a deeply moving tale of friendship, ambition, and the quiet cost of dignity — told through the eyes of two boys from rural India chasing a police job that could change their lives forever. Starring Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Vishal Jethwa, it's the only Indian feature at Cannes this year — once again in Un Certain Regard, spotlighting bold, boundary-breaking cinema. From Masaan’s quiet grief to Homebound’s raw intensity — Ghaywan isn’t just making films. He’s making history. One standing ovation at a time. #homebound #neerajghaywan #cannes2025 #masaan #martinscorsese #cannesfilmfestival [Neeraj Ghaywan, Homebound, Masaan, Cannes Film Festival 2025]