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Ishaan Khatter Praises Nicole Kidman's Sincerity, Homebound Earns Oscar Nod
19 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Ishaan Khatter worked with Nicole Kidman in The Perfect Couple
- Khatter calls Kidman an "icon" and praises her sincerity
- Khatter's film Homebound is India's official Oscar entry for 2026
At the NDTV World Summit 2025, actor Ishaan Khatter opened up about his experience working with acclaimed actress Nicole Kidman in the film The Perfect Couple. Khatter described Kidman as an "icon" who commands the room, and praised her sincerity, saying he hadn't seen the same level of dedication in some of his younger co-stars.
Khatter also discussed the ongoing debate around the 8-hour work shift in the film industry, advocating for more consideration towards actors' well-being. He acknowledged that the acting profession is a "privileged position," but emphasized the need for production schedules to respect the passion and commitment of the performers.
In addition, Khatter expressed his pride and gratitude for the recognition his film Homebound has received as India's official entry for the Oscars 2026. He called the project "extremely special" and "a rare kind of film, very humane," sharing his surreal experience of attending the Cannes Film Festival for the movie's premiere.
