India, July 16 -- Actor Iulia Vantur has made a remarkable acting debut with the emotionally stirring short film Echoes of Us. The film has earned her two Best Actor (Female) awards at the Love & Hope International Film Festival (LHIFF ) in Barcelona, Spain, and the Nawada International Film Festival, respectively. Her powerhouse performance has positioned her as a breakout talent in global independent cinema. Directed by Joe Rajan, the film continues to gain international acclaim. Veteran actor Deepak Tijori has received three Best Actor nominations from the Independent Shorts Awards 2025 in Los Angeles (LA), LHIFF Barcelona, and Nawada International Film Festival. Joe Rajan, also, earned two Best Director nominations, underscoring the film's directorial strength and storytelling depth. Adding to its growing recognition, Echoes of Us has also been officially selected for screening at the Kolkata Shorts International Film Festival. "I am immensely glad to enter the acting space with Echoes of Us, and I feel humbled to play a role that connects with me so deeply," says Iulia. "It was an incredible experience and pleasure to work alongside my co-star Deepak Tijori and under the guidance of Joe Rajan. I'm nervous, excited, and incredibly grateful for the love this film is receiving." Her co-star Deepak, reflects on this career milestone, saying, "I've been waiting for this moment for 35 years. Receiving nominations from LA, Barcelona, and Nawada is like a dream come true. I'm thankful to Joe Rajan and our entire team. It's been a truly humbling experience." Praising Iulia's debut, Joe states "When Iulia said 'yes,' brought an authenticity that elevated the entire film. She surprised us all with her emotional depth, attention to detail, and eagerness to grow. Her performance is not just a debut-it's the arrival of a multi-dimensional creative force." Echoes of Us is a poignant exploration of grief, memory, and emotional neglect, brought to life through compelling performances and a sensitive narrative lens. It also stars Spanish actor Alessandra Whelan Merediz. The film is produced by Pooja Batra Shah under her Los Angeles-based company Glowbell Inc., in association with Alliance Media Pvt Ltd. HTC...