Orangebox Selected for Psarokokalo International Short Film Festival 2025

I'm excited to announce that my short film, Orangebox, has been officially selected for the 2025 Psarokokalo International Short Film Festival in the Architecture and Environment category. This selection recognizes the film's unique take on minimalist design and cultural integration inside a remarkable architectural space in Dubai.

Psarokokalo is a respected international film festival based in Greece that showcases impactful short films by both emerging and established filmmakers worldwide. Beyond film screenings, the event features exhibitions, masterclasses, live concerts, and immersive art installations.

Orangebox is an architectural art film set within The House of Courtyards, a beautiful residence in Dubai designed by STUDIO VDGA, an acclaimed Indian architectural firm. This house artfully combines traditional Indian design wisdom with modern minimalist style. Rather than capturing it in a conventional, static manner, I wanted to transform the experience into a cinematic story, filled with emotion, space, and atmosphere.

The film follows two symbolic characters: the Vedic Maestro representing timeless tradition, and the Modern Muse embodying contemporary minimalism. Through their gentle, wordless movements within the villa, the characters reflect a harmonious dialogue between past and present — mirroring the essence of the house itself, where culture and modernity coexist.

Working on Orangebox has been one of the most rewarding projects of my career. I focused on natural light, subtle camera movement, and a pared-down soundscape to let the architecture breathe. It's a privilege to have it selected for Psarokokalo 2025, and I hope this work encourages viewers to experience architecture in new, meaningful ways.