India, Dec. 18 -- The team behind Neeraj Ghaywan's directorial Homebound, shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category, is soaking in the global recognition with sheer joy and gratitude. Actor Vishal Jethwa, who plays one of the leads, credited Ghaywan's filmmaking approach for pushing the cast to new emotional terrain in a statement:. "Neeraj sir's sensitivity, honesty and clarity as a filmmaker pushed me to explore depths I had never touched before. This recognition belongs to the entire team that poured their heart and soul into the film." Calling the moment "magical", actor Shalini Vatsa says, "Let the magic continue. This is an appreciation for Neeraj Ghaywan, the entire team of Homebound and Indian cinema." Starring Ishaan Khatter, Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, Homebound now awaits the announcement of final nominations on January 22....