Mumbai, India — Acclaimed filmmaker and actor Titus Upputuru’s latest short film, The Midnight Therapist, has been officially selected by the New York Indie Shorts Awards, an international platform that celebrates excellence in short-form filmmaking and recognizes outstanding cinematic craft from around the world.
The selection marks another significant milestone in the film’s growing international festival journey and reinforces Upputuru’s reputation as a storyteller whose work resonates across cultures and geographies.
The announcement of the recognition is marked by the release of the film’s trailer.
The Midnight Therapist is a dark, emotionally charged drama that unfolds through the accidental meeting of two men on a fateful night. The film is a psychological drama that explores the power of human connection.
The film is elevated by its haunting musical score by Micu Patel and deeply authentic performances by Titus Upputuru and Keshav Bhardwaj, whose nuanced portrayals lend emotional depth and realism to the story’s grim yet ultimately humane themes. The moody and bold atmosphere has been created by the cinematography of Shakil Rehan Khan.
Produced by ADSCII and Edworld INC, The Midnight Therapist is scheduled for release in India later this year following its international festival run.
Speaking on the selection, Titus Upputuru said:
“The Midnight Therapist is a geometry of parallel lives, lives that have perhaps never met in human history. It is an important film for India, and we feel really blessed that our film has resonated with the audience in New York, and that the Awards Show has recognised the work and given it a place among the best films from across the world. I am really grateful to God for this honour.”
Edwin Philips, founder Edworld Inc added:
“”We are absolutely delighted that The Midnight Therapist has been officially selected by the New York Indie Shorts Awards. From the moment Titus shared the idea with us, we believed there was something deeply human and universally relatable at its core. The film explores difficult themes with honesty and sensitivity, and that is what resonated with us from the very beginning.”
Dr. Gurpreet Kaur Mehdiratta, co-producer ADSCII Media said:
“As producers, it has been a privilege to support this journey and watch the story come to life through the dedication of the cast and crew. We are particularly proud of the authenticity that Titus Upputuru and Keshav Bhardwaj bring to their performances, and of the emotional depth that the entire team has achieved. This selection is a wonderful recognition of everyone’s hard work, and we are grateful to have been part of the film’s journey. We look forward to sharing The Midnight Therapist with audiences in India later this year.”
Over the years, Titus Upputuru has earned recognition both as a filmmaker and performer, with his work receiving laurels and honours at festivals across the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. Known for combining emotional honesty with compelling visual storytelling, Upputuru continues to build a body of work that explores the complexity of the human experience through intimate, character-driven narratives.
The New York Indie Shorts Awards is recognised for spotlighting emerging and established filmmakers from around the globe and for celebrating excellence across directing, acting, writing, cinematography, music, editing, and other key aspects of filmmaking craft. The festival serves as an important platform for independent cinema and innovative storytelling voices from around the world.
With its powerful performances, haunting atmosphere, and emotionally resonant storytelling, The Midnight Therapist continues its journey through the international festival circuit while preparing for its release to audiences in India later this year.
