Filmmaker Indira Dhar, known for her Bengali debut Putul, which was considered for the Oscars, is now stepping into mainstream Hindi cinema with her upcoming film. The first look of Echoes of Valour, her Bollywood debut, was revealed yesterday at the India Pavilion at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Shekhar Kapur unveils the first look of Oscar nominated director Indira Dhar’s Echoes of Valour at Cannes 2025
The unveiling took place in the presence of cinematic luminary Shekhar Kapur, Mr. Gautam Bhanot, General Manager of NFDC, and Mr. Ajay Nagabhushan, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India in the presence of Margaret Zambonini, the producer of the film, Sayan Ganguly, the music director and the producer of the film and Indira Dhar. The moment marked a celebration of Indian storytelling on a global stage, as Echoes of Valour promises to offer a fresh, elevated vision of mainstream Indian cinema.
This marks a significant milestone in Indira’s cinematic journey—from self-funded independent films to one of the world’s most prestigious stages. Echoes of Valour, starring celebrated actors Divya Dutta and Neeraj Kabi, is a deeply moving biopic set against the backdrop of an Indian Army family, and promises a powerful exploration of love, resilience, and sacrifice.
Speaking about the launch Indira said, “To have the first look of Echoes of Valour unveiled at Cannes — and by the legendary Shekhar Kapur — was a moment I will carry with me for a long time. This film is, at its core, a mother-to-mother promise. I gave my word to Shukla Bandopadhyay that I would tell her story with unwavering honesty and grit — and I am deeply grateful for the chance to honour that promise. It wasn’t easy, but we’ve done it, with all our heart. This film is a tribute to the parents of the soldiers of the Indian Army — to their courage, their resilience, and their quiet sacrifices.”
She further added, “To share this journey on a global stage like Cannes, in the presence of our incredible collaborators — Margaret Zambonini, our producer; Sayan Ganguly, our music director and co-producer — is a privilege. I remain especially thankful to the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, FICCI, and NFDC for their continued support in bringing Echoes of Valour to the world.”
The film is currently in the making by a passionate team committed to cinematic authenticity and emotional depth. Following the acclaim of Putul, which was in consideration for both Best Picture and Best Original Song at the Academy Awards, this film marks Indira’s bold expansion into Bollywood and further solidifies her reputation as a filmmaker of emotional intelligence and artistic courage.
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