India, Sept. 21 -- Actor and writer Shreedhar Dubey believes the deeply rooted narrative and universal appeal of Homebound make it the "right choice" for India's entry to the Oscar race.

Shreedhar, who acted in the film, co-wrote its dialogues and served as Awadhi dialect coach, says its strength lies in authenticity. The film stars Ishaan Khattar, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor.

"It's the story about the lowest strata of society in India and the rooted feelings which mirror the universal truth prevailing everywhere that makes the film very special," he says, adding, "It's about people who are ignorant about the larger picture and live in a shell; by the time they realise it, it's too late. It's a very global subject that is getting th...