As India’s official entry Homebound directed by Neeraj Ghaywan inches closer to the Oscars, all eyes are on its soulful soundtrack, especially the song ‘Yaar Mere’, sung by Javed Ali and Papon. Known for his rich voice and emotional depth, Papon’s rendition has become a focal point of admiration, with fans and critics alike calling it one of the standout tracks from the film.
The song, composed by Amit Trivedi and penned by Varun Grover, beautifully captures the emotional core of Homebound, which explores themes of belonging and loss. Papon’s heartfelt delivery is being widely appreciated for adding authenticity and soul to the film’s narrative.
Fans have taken to social media expressing that ‘Yaar Mere’ could be the perfect piece to represent the film on the global stage. Many believe that the emotional weight and musical craftsmanship of the song could help strengthen Homebound’s Oscar prospects in the Best Original Song category.
Over the years, India has produced several Oscar-nominated or winning musical works—from AR Rahman’s Jai Ho in Slumdog Millionaire to Naatu Naatu from RRR. With ‘Yaar Mere’, audiences feel another powerful musical moment may be on the horizon, this time led by Papon’s evocative vocals. Homebound continues to draw international attention, and ‘Yaar Mere’ stands as a testament to Indian music’s growing global resonance.