Actor Ishaan Khatter has been invited to serve on the jury panel of the fourth edition of the Biarritz Film Festival, also known as Nouvelles Vagues. The announcement was made through the festival’s official Instagram page. His inclusion places him alongside several well known names from the international film industry. Among the jury members this year is Hollywood actor Kristen Stewart. The panel also includes French filmmaker Nathan Ambrosioni, French actor Suzy Bemba and Canadian actor Whitney Peak, along with other film personalities from different parts of the world.
The invitation marks another international achievement in Ishaan Khatter’s career. Since the start of his acting journey, he has been associated with projects that have connected him with audiences beyond India. He made his acting debut in 2018 with Beyond The Clouds, directed by acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Majid Majidi.
Over the years, Ishaan has taken part in a number of international projects. In 2021, he appeared in a cameo role in Don’t Look Up, a film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence. Earlier, in 2020, he featured opposite Tabu in Mira Nair’s British drama series A Suitable Boy. The series attracted international attention following its release and introduced him to a wider global audience.
His international profile received another boost with his 2025 film Homebound. The film was selected as India’s official entry to the Oscars and later reached the shortlist, bringing further attention to both the project and the actor.
Meanwhile, Ishaan continues to work on projects in India as well. He is currently busy with Jugaadu, an upcoming film directed by Palash Vaswani.
The Biarritz Film Festival is known for bringing together both emerging and established voices from the world of cinema. The event provides a platform for filmmakers, actors and industry professionals from different countries. Ishaan Khatter’s selection as a jury member adds another chapter to his growing international career and reflects his continued involvement in projects that have found recognition beyond Indian cinema.