Vishal Jethwa of 'Homebound' is the rising actor we should be talking about

Did you feel for the character of Chandan in 'Homebound' when he says, "I want to construct a pakka (cemented) house for my family" If you’ve been scrolling through reviews, interviews, and social media threads about the film lately, you might have noticed one name has almost universally garnered attention: Vishal Jethwa. Switching from simmering intensity to heart-tugging vulnerability in a blink, the budding actor has managed to capture the attention of all.

In Neeraj Ghaywan’s film, Jethwa delivers a performance that quietly demands attention. His portrayal of Chandan, a young man navigating the cruel realities of caste discrimination, is subtle yet searing. He doesn’t need loud dialogue or over-the-top theatrics. Those eyes, a restrained gesture, a shift in tone - and you can fe