Talaab | Gold Winner | 51 Hour Filmmaking Competition | Inter IIT Cultural Meet 6.0

Talaab is a short film made for a 51-hour filmmaking competition centered around the theme of "Echoes." The narrative incorporates both metaphorical and literal elements, portraying the protagonist's return to his hometown. Metaphorically, his memories manifest as visions in his mind, while literally, his voice echoes back to him as he expresses his emotions.
Synopsis: After numerous years, Aakash returns to his hometown and reunites with his old school and friends. As he explores the familiar grounds, memories of his school crush flood back, leading him to a serene lake behind the school where they once shared precious moments. Standing by the tranquil water, he opens up about his feelings, pouring his heart out to the lake. In a surprising twist, his words reverberate with love, echoing back to him.
Through this experience, Aakash discovers the profound truth that expressing one's feelings is the key to understanding and love. The echoes in the peaceful surroundings impart a valuable lesson - honesty is the pathway to uncovering genuine emotions and forging meaningful connections.
Equipments:
Camera- Sony A7iii
Lens- 24-70 2.8 Gmaster, 35mm 1.4, 85mm 1.4
Lights- MC Cube, Amaran RGB tube, Godox 500R tube
Audio- Zoom H6n, Sennheiser condenser boom mic
Filters- Variable ND
Accessories- Lilliput monitor, Zhiun Gimbal
Credits--
Story:
Ujjwal Verma
Director:
Dhairyasheel Pawar
Screenplay and Dialogue:
Dhairyasheel Pawar
Ujjwal Verma
Director of Photography:
Divyansh Rastogi
Shubham Pardhi
Camera:
Ajinkya Mawal
Shishir Lal
Assistant Director:
Vyomika Anand
CAST:
Dhairyasheel Pawar as Akash
Adarsh Kumar as Ravi
Dipayan Das as Kishan
Ashwani Dubey as young Akash
Shruti Pikle as young Gunjan
Jeeta Jaishikaa Ghosh as Gunjan
Lights:
Divyansh Rastogi
Vyomika Anand
Sound Recordist:
Vansh Anekar
Ashwani Dubey
Production Manager:
Kritvi Gera
Shashank Gupta
Production team:
Shashank Gupta
Amartya Thigale
Dipayan Das
Ashwani Dubey
Vansh Anekar
Jeeta Jaishikaa Ghosh
Nishant Sharma
Ayush Lonakadi
Post production:
Dataram Meena
Vansh Anekar
Ananya Sharma
Drawing and illustration:
Ananya Sharma
Team Captian:
Divyansh Rastogi
Music credit:
EPIDEMIC sounds

[@atharvavankundre4942]

Such a memorable film. Unbelievable that it was done in just 51 hours!! Loved the colors and cinematography. Gunjan and Akkus acting was spot on!

[@shrutipatil9575]

LOVE IT. Have been putting this off for a while and I regret not watching it earlier. this is so beautiful considering it was only done in 51 hours and it's truly phenomenal. The acting, Camera angles, perfect shots are just amazing. I personally loved the first train scene and the last scene very much. KEEP THRIVING GUYS. with love, Shruti

[@milibrown7]

This marvelous work is done in just 51 hours 😯. Hollywood production houses are looking for u guys 😁❤️

[@praneatdata4248]

Guys respect, Doing this is 51hrs truly shows how great and bonded your team is. Shot planning and execution is spot on. Congratulations

[@AbhishekSingh-uk8rc]

There is no comparison to the joy that comes when connecting the moments of childhood with the present.....!

[@topg-fg5fu]

the actors, the director, the editors.... hats off to each one of you. its beyond amazing

[@chanchalagaikwad9638]

Awesome work, the story, the direction, acting, background score....everything on the spot....no wonder it's the gold winner....lots of love & blessings dear Dhairya & team❤❤❤ Keep it up !!

[@vrushali4384]

Touches the heart❤❤❤❤ Wishing for more golds💐💐💐

[@vaidehishhalu6469]

Great direction.... loved it. All the best for your future endeavours

[@nihalh7601]

Great stuff! There's a beautiful rhythm to this.

[@senseibaka]

damnnn, is this really a 51 hour job?? Hats off to you guys...

[@kartik6764]

Dhairyashil amazing acting bro 🙏🫡

[@biswasnayak9516]

Loved it man !!!!! so beautifully composed !!!!!!

[@NikhilUpadhyayIITB]

Amazing! kudos to the whole team!

[@sereneblue]

Beautiful Narration😍

[@yogeshsahu1191]

So much tallent

[@darshanpatil4072]

Really proud of you dhairya❤

[@8BitGamerYT1]

Damn that was lit😊

[@Samspdf]

Is it really made by students

[@spacedreamwalker]

❤❤❤

[@Aesthetic-k-x9s]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@shubhangigujar3465]

Guys I have question... ha talav kuthe aahe te mala sanga please.. ;)😂😂 BTW Dhairya u look way too studious and serious in your outfit.. beautiful work!! Lots of love and blessings to the entire team!! Love you guys❤❤❤

[@dharyasheelpawar5169]

Bwahahahah😂😂😂 ka konacha naav ghaychay ka?

[@shubhangigujar3465]

@@dharyasheelpawar5169 aab kya hi bolu mein.... 😂😂 baas talab Milne mein jara der ho gayi.. 😀

[@ananyasharma104]

omg can't waittt

[@shreyas6950]

for?🤔

[@samruddhisadar1460]

Was this skit performed by the students of iitb?

[@ananyasharma104]

​@@samruddhisadar1460 yes!

[@debnathbarat5823]

❤️

[@ajinkyamawal5253]

Gunjannnnnnnnnnnn!!!!!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@user-mm4yt9wh5u]

nice

[@debojitghosh00]

❤❤❤

[@bababomber2982]

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