Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar and Cannes veteran Neeraj Ghaywan’s upcoming film Homebound is set to be screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival this year. Johar, along with actors Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, has already arrived in Cannes. The film’s star cast will also attend its premiere.

Homebound, written and directed by Neeraj Ghaywan—whose 2015 film Masaan was also showcased at Cannes—follows the story of two childhood friends (played by Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa) from a small North Indian village. The narrative centers on their pursuit of a police job that promises them the dignity they’ve long been denied.

Shikhar Pahariya Joins Cannes to Support Janhvi Kapoor

Despite having an injury on his hand, Shikhar Pahariya made his way to Cannes to support his girlfriend, Janhvi Kapoor. A photo from the event shows Shikhar posing with Khushi Kapoor, Orry, and Karan Johar. While Karan sports a stylish pink suit in most pictures, one image shows him in a casual blue outfit alongside Khushi and Shikhar. Shikhar is seen wearing white pants paired with a green T-shirt.

Shikhar and Janhvi’s Relationship

Shikhar Pahariya and Janhvi Kapoor have known each other since childhood. They dated years ago but parted ways for undisclosed reasons. However, the two have rekindled their relationship in recent times. While Janhvi has not publicly confirmed the relationship, her frequent outings with Shikhar and wearing a pendant bearing his name suggest that the couple is serious about each other.

Janhvi Kapoor’s Upcoming Projects

Apart from Homebound, Janhvi Kapoor has several exciting projects lined up:

• A Tamil film alongside Ram Charan

• Devara: Part 2

• Param Sundari with Siddharth Malhotra

• Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari opposite Varun Dhawan

The new No. 4 in India’s Test batting line-up may neither be greeted by the thunderous applause that once welcomed his predecessors, nor haunted by the stunned silence that followed their dismissals. He may not yet command the aura of the two giants who came before him—Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. But what he will feel is the immense weight of legacy: 25,151 runs, 51 centuries, 36 years of brilliance, and the burden of records, reverence, and responsibility that define one of the most iconic roles in Indian cricket.

The natural successor is Shubman Gill—arguably the brightest star among India’s emerging talents. Touted as a future captain and great, Gill seems tailor-made for the role. A graceful stroke-maker rooted in classical technique yet adaptable to modern demands, he possesses the temperament, skill, and star appeal to take on this monumental task. Already a familiar face in endorsements and known for his calm demeanor off the field, Gill’s ascent feels both timely and symbolic.

Yet, his elevation to this sacred spot in the batting order doesn’t come without challenges. It necessitates a reshuffle in the line-up and brings with it the inevitable selection dilemmas and strategic recalibrations that come with filling a position steeped in history.

Virat Kohli has officially announced his retirement from Test cricket, concluding a remarkable 14-year career in the format. He played 123 Tests, scoring 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries. As captain from 2014 to 2022, he led India to 40 victories in 68 matches, making him the country’s most successful Test skipper. His decision follows closely after Rohit Sharma’s retirement from Tests, marking the end of an era for Indian cricket.

While Kohli shared a heartfelt message on Instagram reflecting on his journey and expressing gratitude for the game, his teammates, and fans, there has been no official public reaction from his wife, Anushka Sharma, regarding his retirement from Test cricket. Previously, Anushka has been known to share emotional tributes during significant moments in Kohli’s career, such as when he stepped down as Test captain in 2022 . However, as of now, no such statement has been made concerning his retirement.

Kohli’s departure from Test cricket is a significant moment, not just for Indian cricket but for the sport globally, given his contributions and leadership over the years.

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