Ishaan Khatter is earning critical acclaim for his performance in Homebound, which recently debuted at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in the Un Certain Regard section. While the film has captured international attention, Ishaan gave a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes prep in a chat with journalist Sucharita Tyagi. Before filming began, director Neeraj Ghaywan gave Ishaan some unexpected instructions. Ishaan recalled, “The first thing that he said to me out of all the beautiful things was, ‘You got to lose the muscles!’ I was like, yeah, I can do that, it is easier for me to look like that, and he was like, ‘No, no.. Ishaan please! I don’t want to see a single sinew on your body!’ Get rid of it all!” At the time, Ishaan had just finished work on The Royals, which required a more built physique, so the sudden shift in appearance was a challenge/ Speaking about Ghaywan’s directing style, Ishaan added, “He is a very unique director. He has a singular vision and does not leave a stone unturned in approaching it with complete devotion. He is one of the rare directors that is involved in every step of your process as an actor, which I really appreciated.” Also starring Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor, Homebound was warmly received at Cannes. The film tells the story of two friends from a rural North Indian village, both chasing the same dream. a government police job that they believe will finally earn them the respect they deserve. But as their journey unfolds, rising pressures begin to strain their friendship.