Echoes of Us is a 2025 psychological short film produced by Glow Bell Inc. / Pooja Batra in collaboration with Alliance Media Pty Ltd., directed by Joe Rajan. The film marks the acting debut of Iulia Vantur and stars Bollywood veteran Deepak Tijori.
Plot & Themes
An intimate drama exploring perception, memory, emotional neglect, and personal transformation. The film follows a grieving husband played by Deepak Tijori, with Iulia Vantur in a central role—together tracing the quiet, unspoken “echoes” that define a relationship long after it has changed.
Production
| Producers | Glow Bell Inc. / Pooja Batra & Alliance Media Pty Ltd. |
| Director | Joe Rajan |
| Cast | Deepak Tijori, Iulia Vantur, Alessandra Whelan Merediz |
Awards & Festival Recognition
- Won — Best Short Film
- Won — Best Actor (Deepak Tijori)
- Won — Best Actress (Iulia Vantur)
- Nominated — Best Film
- Nominated — Best Director
- Nominated — Best Actor
- Nominated — Best Actress
- Nominated — Best Original Score
Honorable Mention
Production Context
Echoes of Us is a cross-cultural project blending emotional storytelling with strong visual elements, representing a significant step into international short film production for Pooja Batra and Glow Bell Inc.