Director Neeraj Ghaywan has responded to reports claiming that the family whose life inspired his latest film Homebound was paid only Rs 10,000 in compensation. The filmmaker, whose movie has been shortlisted as India's official entry to the Oscars, issued a clarification note on X to set the record straight. The reports alleged that the real-life family behind the story received a mere Rs 10,000, sparking outrage online.