Ishaan (@ishaankhatter)

Boss F/W ‘25

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The honour of a lifetime. A dream realised in the most surreal way. Thank you @martinscorsese_, for guiding our film with the grace and insight of a true master. Your support means more to us than words can convey. You are the North Star in the world of Cinema. Godspeed ‘Homebound’ ❤️🧿 @neeraj.ghaywan @vishaljethwa06 @janhvikapoor @karanjohar @adarpoonawalla @apoorva1972 @pratik8shah @somenmishra @marijkedesouza @melitatoscan @gogoroy @vidushak @shreedharindia @dharmamovies @homeboundthefilm

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Ishaan Khatter has built his craft deliberately, step by step. It all began with a childhood fascination with cinema, eventually leading to a standing ovation at Cannes for his performance in Homebound. But before the camera, there was dance. At six, he was mirroring Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai routines in front of the mirror, idolising Hrithik Roshan. By eight, he was on set watching his brother Shahid make his debut in Ishq Vishk, mesmerised by the grind behind a song sequence and the magic of seeing it complete on screen. “Dancing is a very big part of who I am as an actor,” he says. “As a form of physical expression, and much beyond even just the physical, I think it’s informed my craft as an actor. My connection with my body, and how I can express things through my body.” This September, GQ Middle East explores Khatter’s evolution as a performer. Read the full interview at the link in bio. Words: @rajasen Head of Editorial Content: @aminejreissaty Photography: @ashishisshah Art Director: @rashidbabiker Visuals Editor: @ankitaachandra Senior Fashion Editor: @keanoushdarosa Styling: @jameslalthanzuala Grooming: @aalimhakim @shahrukhshaikh9519 Make Up: @nalini_ferns Fashion & Production Coordinator: @anchthawani Photography Assistant: Anish Oommen Fashion Assistants: Mahek Gada, Astha Killa Production: @ikp.insta Artist Reputation Management: @jio_creative_labs @anushreekirtikar

From running up walls as a 20-year-old assistant director to witnessing the raw intensity of his mother’s performances, @ishaankhatter opens up about the moments that shaped him as an actor and as a person. He speaks to @rajasen about the lessons he learned along the way, and why honesty and presence are at the core of every role he takes on. “Everything that you’re thinking shows. You can lie to yourself, but you can’t lie to the camera,” he says. GQ Middle East’s September cover star takes us through his journey – from the early opportunities to the global projects, and how he’s sharpened his instincts through it all. Hit the link in bio to read the full story. Head of Editorial Content: @aminejreissaty Photography: @ashishisshah Art Director: @rashidbabiker Visuals Editor: @ankitaachandra Senior Fashion Editor: @keanoushdarosa Styling: @jameslalthanzuala Grooming: @aalimhakim @shahrukhshaikh9519 Make Up: @nalini_ferns Fashion & Production Coordinator: @anchthawani Photography Assistant: Anish Oommen Fashion assistants: Mahek Gada, Astha Killa Production: @ikp.insta Talent: @ishaankhatter Artist Reputation Management: @jio_creative_labs @anushreekirtikar

Bollywood’s reach across the region is undeniable, its family values and emotional pull resonating far beyond the vast South Asian diaspora that calls the Arab world home. @ishaankhatter’s ascent is part of that story – and very much his own. From the promise of Beyond the Clouds to global recognition in A Suitable Boy and Netflix’s The Perfect Couple, he’s carved out a career defined by discipline and curiosity. “It’s early days, and there is so much more that I want to do. I think now I’m at a time and place where people are able to see me for me,” he tells @rajasen. This September, Khatter fronts the cover of GQ Middle East as an actor stepping into a new kind of authorship – of his story, his craft, and his future. Hit the link in bio to read the full story. Cover one of two. Head of Editorial Content: @aminejreissaty Photography: @ashishisshah Art Director: @rashidbabiker Visuals Editor: @ankitaachandra Senior Fashion Editor: @keanoushdarosa Styling: @jameslalthanzuala Grooming: @aalimhakim @shahrukhshaikh9519 Make Up: @nalini_ferns Fashion & Production Coordinator: @anchthawani Photography Assistant: Anish Oommen Fashion assistants: Mahek Gada, Astha Killa Production: @ikp.insta Talent: @ishaankhatter Artist Reputation Management: @jio_creative_labs @anushreekirtikar

Nothing, just @ishaankhatter & @shanayakapoor02 blessing your feed from the streets of Jagmag Nagar 🥰 It’s your turn to get some chamkeele fits, head to the @nykaafashion app NOW!

Irreplaceable. Authentic. Unique. #IshaanKhatter brings it all to table. How will you make your mark to be the next BOSS? #BeYourOwnBOSS

Proud to be the new face of BOSS. This is your time. Set the tone. Tell your story. Go get what’s yours. Period. Are you ready to be the new BOSS? #BeYourOwnBOSS @boss Loved sharing this campaign with an amazing lot of talent @ameliagray @sound_of_coups @taylor_fritz @aaron_pierre1

@messika has officially landed in India with their inimitable collections! Many congratulations to the lovely @valeriemessika @officiallyethos for an exciting new beginning. It was my pleasure to join you for the launch 🙌🏽

Dagh saab ki taraf se shukriya ❤️ 5 years of A Suitable Boy 😊 @pagliji @tabutiful @tanyamaniktala #declanquinn @bbcstudios @netflix_in and everyone involved 🙌🏽 Thanks for the lovely edit @ishaankhatterplanet