Ishaan Khatter Wins Best Actor Jury Award for Homebound at Iconic Gold Awards
Actor Ishaan Khatter received the Best Actor Jury’s Choice award for Homebound at the seventh edition of the Iconic Gold Awards, describing the film as one of the most meaningful experiences of his career. The recognition marks another milestone for the actor, who has increasingly taken on performance-driven roles across cinema and streaming platforms.
Speaking after the win, Ishaan expressed gratitude and highlighted the emotional significance of the project directed by Neeraj Ghaywan. He said the film went beyond being just another professional assignment and remains an experience he will always cherish. The actor also noted that this was his second Iconic Gold Award following his earlier recognition for Pippa
The jury panel for this year’s awards included Seema Singh, Raaj Shaandilyaa, Amit Rai and Saurabh Varma, reflecting a mix of filmmakers and industry voices evaluating performances across categories.
Homebound has drawn attention for its storytelling approach and character-focused narrative, aligning with the recent trend of content-driven cinema gaining critical appreciation alongside commercial projects. Ishaan’s performance has been widely discussed among critics for its emotional depth, reinforcing his reputation as an actor willing to experiment with diverse roles.
Since his debut, Ishaan Khatter has balanced mainstream appearances with smaller, character-centric films, gradually shaping a career built on versatility rather than formula.
The awards night saw strong participation from leading industry names including Farhan Akhtar, Manoj Bajpayee, Anupam Kher, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Rakul Preet Singh, Huma Qureshi, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Boman Irani.
Farhan Akhtar, who won Best Actor Popular for 120 Bahadur, spoke about the excitement of being recognised early in the year, while filmmaker Reema Kagti’s Superboys of Malegaon received the Best Film honour, adding to the celebratory mood.
Beyond entertainment, the ceremony also recognised sporting excellence, with badminton champion Saina Nehwal honoured for outstanding contribution to Indian sports.
For Ishaan, the award strengthens momentum as he continues to explore both independent cinema and larger productions. Industry watchers believe his recent choices indicate a long-term strategy focused on strong scripts and director-led projects. With streaming platforms expanding opportunities for character-driven storytelling, expectations remain high for his upcoming announcements.