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4 days ago
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Neeraj Ghaywan Thanks Homebound Team After Cannes, Omits DoP Pratik Shah Amid Allegations
Last Updated: Neeraj Ghaywan thanked the Homebound team post-Cannes, but his note made no mention of cinematographer Pratik Shah, who is facing abuse allegations. Homebound, Neeraj Ghaywan's much-discussed film that premiered at the Cannes Film Festival last month in the Un Certain Regard section, is now caught in the crosswinds of controversy. The film's cinematographer, Pratik Shah, recently came under fire after being accused of abuse and inappropriate conduct. Shortly after the allegations surfaced, Shah deleted his Instagram account, prompting speculation. While the production house has issued a statement, director Neeraj Ghaywan has now spoken—but notably, without mentioning Shah at all. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Ghaywan posted a detailed note of gratitude, reflecting on Homebound's journey and acknowledging key contributors to the film. Yet his omission of the cinematographer—traditionally a crucial creative collaborator—was impossible to overlook. 'Now that the whirlwind that was Cannes is over, I'd like to acknowledge the contributions of people associated with our film #Homebound," Ghaywan began. Now that the whirlwind that was Cannes is over, I'd like to acknowledge the contributions of people associated with our film #Homebound. Starting off with the writing process.— Neeraj Ghaywan (@ghaywan) June 2, 2025 He credited the origins of the story to Basharat Peer's moving New York Times article Taking Amrit Home. 'After introducing me to it, @somenmishra0 (Producer) pitched the idea of me directing the film to Basharat, and he was excited by the prospect. Something inside of me cried out to make the story come to life as I read it," Ghaywan wrote, adding that travelling with Peer to meet the families featured in the piece strengthened his desire to tell their story. The filmmaker went on to thank a long list of collaborators: story and screenplay consultant Sumit Roy, dialogue writer Varun Grover, dialect coach Shreedhar Dubey, the Dharma Productions development team, DA and script supervisor Ibad Shaikh, co-producer Melita Toscan Du Plantier, and editor Nitin Baid. He also clarified, 'I forgot to add that I also wrote the Screenplay of Homebound. That was by myself." Conspicuously absent from the list was Pratik Shah, who served as the cinematographer on the film. The omission comes shortly after abuse allegations surfaced online, though Ghaywan has yet to comment publicly on the controversy itself. Meanwhile, Dharma Productions, which backed the film, issued an official statement regarding the matter. 'Mr. Pratik Shah was a freelancer on the project Homebound and was working on it for a limited period. His engagement with us has been completed. During this limited period, our internal committee for POSH didn't receive any complaints against him from any cast or crew on our film Homebound," read the statement. Homebound, which stars Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Vishal Jethwa, received a nine-minute standing ovation at Cannes. It was executive produced by Hollywood legend Martin Scorsese and marked a significant moment in Indian cinema's global presence this year. Despite missing out on an award, the film was widely praised for its emotional depth and craftsmanship. First Published:
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anushka Sen Returns from Cannes in Style
Anushka Sen was spotted at the airport as she arrived back from the Cannes Film Festival, looking fresh and radiant in a beautiful white dress. The young star posed gracefully and smiled for the paparazzi, winning hearts with her charming presence. Her return from the French Riviera was nothing short of stylish, showing off her elegant yet relaxed fashion sense. Fans were thrilled to catch a glimpse of her post-Cannes glow, and social media quickly lit up with her latest airport look. Anushka once again proved she knows how to blend glamour and simplicity effortlessly.
Business Mayor
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Mayor
Louis Vuitton captures zeitgeist for conclave chic at Avignon show
T he pageantry and drama of the papacy is very much on trend. Hot on the heels of white smoke at the Vatican and Conclave in cinemas, the gothic Palais des Papes in Avignon, home to the popes of the 14th century, hosted a Louis Vuitton catwalk, the first fashion show at the palace in its 700-year history. There was no shortage of pomp and ceremony in the central courtyard of one of Europe's largest medieval structures, where 400 chairs with tall, arched backs and plush, cardinal-red cushions were ranked tightly for Brigitte Macron, Cate Blanchett, Pharrell Williams, a clutch of celebrities making a post-Cannes detour, and a select few of Louis Vuitton's most deep-pocketed clients. Pharrell Williams. Photograph: Alexandre Dimou/Reuters Cate Blanchett. Photograph: Alexandre Dimou/Reuters 'Dressing is a performance,' says Ghesquière. Photograph: Alexandre Dimou/Reuters In a preview, the designer Nicolas Ghesquière said the collection was part-Arthurian legend, part-Haim sisters on stage. (Danielle and Este Haim were in the audience; the medieval ghosts perhaps watching from within the walls.) 'There is something medieval, for sure, but something futuristic too. This is armour, but for now,' he said. Ghesquière chose the building last year, drawn not by its papal origins but by his own memories of attending the experimental theatre festival it hosts each summer. 'Dressing is a performance that we are all part of. I love that about fashion, I think it's really cool,' he said. Pageantry and drama: a model in Louis Vuitton's 2026 cruise collection in Avignon. Photograph: Alexandre Dimou/Reuters That the papacy has been so visible this year is fitting for a designer whose nose for the zeitgeist has secured an impressive 11-year run at the helm of Vuitton. 'The coincidence is interesting, of course. And there is a magnetism to this place, to the idea of believing,' he said. Read More Learn Guitar for $17 Through February 4 The venue also reflects the scale of Louis Vuitton. It is the biggest fashion brand in the LVMH stable, which generated $88bn (£65bn) in revenue in 2024. Filling a gothic palace with celebrities is a power flex the 14th-century popes for whom it was built would have respected. Este, left, and Danielle Haim at the Palais des Papes in Avignon. Photograph: Edward Berthelot/Getty Ghesquière understands that luxury has become a vast industry, not because people want to be seen to have an expensive handbag, but because they want to be seen to have status, taste and class, all of which are signalled by taking over the Unesco-listed Palais des Papes. Louis Vuitton will finance a new architectural lighting project to spotlight the facade after dark. skip past newsletter promotion Sign up to Fashion Statement Style, with substance: what's really trending this week, a roundup of the best fashion journalism and your wardrobe dilemmas solved Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our Privacy Policy. We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. after newsletter promotion Most of the looks were short tunic dresses worn with slouchy boots, a silhouette that was signalling both heraldic knight and Glastonbury. For evening there were glittering metallic jersey gowns with bishop sleeves: a bit Joan of Arc, a bit Janis Joplin. Short tunic dresses signal both heraldic knight and Glastonbury. Photograph: Alexandre Dimou/Reuters Ghesquière, who has stayed at the top of the game during two decades when fashion has grown from being a niche interest to a billion-dollar business, has a way of making esoteric historical and futuristic references look entirely contemporary. His job, he says, is 'to stimulate the eye. If you want to create a classic, first you have to make something new.' Ghesquière, who is contracted to Louis Vuitton until 2028, stands out as a beacon of stability in an industry in flux. Calm and smiling even minutes before the show, he said he was looking forward to the next Paris fashion week, which will be packed with designer debuts. 'October will be really exciting. Fashion is exploding. Fashion should always be about change,' he said.
