Facing the Fear
Auditioning can be a scary process. You could be called in asked to do anything, on the spot! Dawinder Bansal talks to actor Sanjay Sharma to find out how to keep your cool and sail through an audition!What was your first acting job? My first acting job was for an extra Grange Hill! I loved because it meant I would miss all the normal school times! That was a pivotal moment in my life, because during that time I realised I that I definitely wanted to be an actor. Either that or be involved in production. I got my agent during Grange Hill, and the rest just snowballed. How did you start off? After Grange Hill (2 years), I landed lead roles in various adverts and safety videos as well as roles in Crimewatch! I also stared in a short film, an ITV mini series called Buried Treasure and I also played one of the leading roles in a mini-series called The Seventh Scroll. I've been in various theatre productions, with the most recent being Bollywood – Yet another Love Story. This was a fantastic production because it was half film and theatre. All the footage was filmed in Bombay, which gave the show a lot of authenticity and really added production value. During the dance sequences the performers had to make sure that the choreography was synchronized with the film, it was a challenge but it came together. What was your first audition? How did you feel? My first audition was at the age of 9, for a yoghurt advert! I remember finding it so strange! I was in the studio, with a camera and light in my face, it's a bit of a blur now but I do remember pretending to eat some ice cream and telling the camera how nice it was! I remember feeling nervous when I was 13 and auditioning for Grange Hill. I forced myself to overcome my nervousness, because I remember thinking that this could be my only chance, so I just went for it! What is it like going for an audition? What is the process? These days I don't mind auditioning, call me weird but I enjoy the process! I used to get very nervous when I was younger, but over the years I have learned how to control my nerves! It's all about finding a balance. From my experience, there are a few stages to the auditioning process. Firstly, my agent would inform me that I have an audition. Then I would meet the Director, Casting Director and on occasions the Producer. We'd talk about my previous work and then I would read parts of the script. If the audition were successful, I would be recalled. It varies depending on the type of project. What's the best way to prepare for an audition? I always do a lot of research about the character I audition for, especially if it's something I'm not familiar with. Sometimes my interpretation of certain characters is based on actual people I have met. For example, I needed to adopt an East Midlands accent for an audition, so I asked a friend to introduce me to people from that area which helped me produce an authentic Nottingham accent. It must have worked because I got the part! What exercises do you do to keep calm? Lots of deep breathing, facial exercises, vocal exercises – all work a treat for me! How do you learn your lines? How do you get into the mind of the character? There are different methods that work for different actors; personally I read them over and over and sometimes I write them out. I do a form of method acting, which basically enables me to grasp the character and enter the mindset of the person I'm playing. I also try and meet people who can empathise or who are similar to the character. It's a matter of constant research. What tips would you give to someone wanting to get into acting? I'd say just go for it; keep yourself well informed about the industry; try and keep an open mind about opportunities in other areas like screenwriting and producing and try and have other things going for you as well. This is a tough business so determination, passion and confidence are definitely needed. What advice would you give to someone going for an audition?
Learn the lines
Relax
Get there early with enough time to read the script
Listen to what's being said once you get in there
Don't turn up late to an audition – it will make you feel nervous and flustered
Be yourself and if you don't get it this time, don't take it personally – something else is bound to materialise.
Be open to constructive criticism. USEFUL LINKS:www.therifco.orgwww.employnow.com/audition.htmwww.seekingfame.comwww.per4orm.com
Friday, March 21, 2008
STUDY IN BOLLYWOOD
n - b o l l y w o o d
STUDY IN BOLLYWOOD ---- And Make Movies There.EVERY YEAR THRONGS OF INDIANS HEAD TO MUMBAI IN SEARCH OF FAME AND FORTUNE IN THE BOLLYWOOD MOVIE MACHINE. The competition for jobs and roles is so intense, it is only natural that a growing number of acting and film-making schools have grown up in Mumbai. At such schools real stars and legends of the Bollywood tradition form part of the curriculum, in the flesh, as live instructers and lecturers. Participation in real movie shoots adds to the hands on study ethic. For people looking to develop their skills and get a break in the India film industry, these schools could be your best shot forward. In the process, you could make connections which last you a lifetime.
TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2007 ---- US College Offers Study Trip to BollywoodHere is a story I found on NewKerala.com, regarding an opportunity for American students to visit Bollywood:"Here's another feather in Bollywood's cap. The Lakeland Community College in the US has announced a study tour to India for its students to learn about the Hindi film industry. "Bollywood refers to the popular cinematic style in India, which produces over 800 films annually, the college said in a media release. Excursions are planned to Mumbai, Pune and Hyderabad. The 13-day trip will begin next year from Jan 1, reports thestarindia.com. "The university in Ohio has charted the study plan and the activities will include daily film viewing, location visits, lectures by industry workers and experts, and time for touring."For the two-week trip, the college will charge $2,500 per student. This includes airfare, accommodation, transportation between cities and some meals..."
ACTING AND FILM MAKING EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IN MUMBAI (AND THE REST OF INDIA).Academy of Digital Film Making: Chinoy Mansion, First Floor, Block #2 (opposite St. Stephen's Church) Warden Road, Mumbai. Phone: 091-22-23676218.Compufeild is a computer institute offering students considerable flexibility in designing their courses. Its Digital Film Making Academy offers the following courses: Certificate in Direction (Film and Video), Certificate in Script Writing, Certificate in Digital Cinematography, Certificate in Digital Photograhy, Certificate in Video & Film Editing (Avid Xpress DV), Certificate in Visual effects (Combustion) and the Certificate in Cell Animation. Asian Academy of Film and Television: Marwah Studios Complex, FC-14/15 Film City, Sector 16-C, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301. Phone: 95120-2515254, 2515255, 2515256. Website: http://www.aaft.com/.According to the official website: "A film academy should induce comprehensive knowledge of the arts, science and commerce of film making in its students. Confused? Let us explain."A film maker should have the creativity and eye for the aesthetics of life, must know the technical aspects of film making and have a fair amount of idea about the entertainment industry. So, it is a complete circle and it takes a little bit of everything to make a good film maker and a skilled technician and a great actor. But there are very few such film schools in this country that take this holistic approach towards film education and we are proud of the fact that Asian Academy of Film and Television is one of them."In 1993, when we started out journey, we wanted to be different from the run of the mill acting schools, who love to cling to the film craft of the past century. At that point of time we had already come a long way, as a country and as a film making nation. So, we planned to start a film academy that could match the standards that of the international film schools . We decided to adopt a do while learn methodology. Of course being within a film city and sharing the same campus with a state of the art film studio complemented our objective. Unlike any other acting schools in the country, we provide our students maximum exposure to real REEL WORLD. This emphasis on hands on training has already proved to be the success mantra for our students."Haobam Paban Kumar, student of Asian Academy of Film and Television, got the "International Fipresci Critics Jury Award" for his film "AFSPA, 1958" at the Mumbai International Film Festival. His documentary film is about the violations perpetrated by the "Armed Forces Special Powers Act" in Anipurin 2004. His film is also invited for the film festivals to be held at Canada, UK and Korea."Do you aspire to be the next Paban Kumar? Then come, join AAFT..."Chandigarh Acting Institute (CAI).I found this story on Live Punjab earlier this year, in March 2007:"It was a nostalgic moment for Bollywood actor Anupam Kher when he signed papers Wednesday to set up an acting institute in the city where he took his first professional lessons in acting."Kher did his acting course at the Department of Indian Theatre at Panjab University here in the 1960s."Hailing from the hill station town of Shimla, 120 km from here, his other connection to this city is that his wife Kirron Kher, herself an acclaimed film actor and theatre personality, is from Chandigarh."'I thank the Chandigarh administration for taking steps to set up the Chandigarh Acting Institute (CAI). People in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Chandigarh have immense talent in acting and will no longer have to go to Mumbai to learn acting,' Kher said."His institute, Actor Prepares, will run acting courses from the Central Crafts Institute in Sector 11. The government infrastructure would be lent out to CAI for short acting courses."'I can assure you that the acting school here will be of international standard. Teachers will come from Mumbai and abroad. The courses would be chosen as per needs of modern cinema,' the actor announced."He said that these days, marketing themselves was important for actors and this would also be taught to the students."The MoU for the CAI was signed between Kher's institute and the Society for Tourism and Entertainment Promotion in Chandigarh, its CEO and director Vivek Atray announced."The Chandigarh administration has already initiated steps for setting up a state-of-the-art film city to cater to the needs of the film industry. Noted director Yash Chopra, chairman of the Chandigarh advisory tourism forum, had suggested setting up of Kher's school in the city last year. Kher already runs his private acting institute in Mumbai..."Digital Academy Film & Television School.Every Indian deep down wants to be famous at something these days, whether it is through excellence on the sporting field, or in front of a camera of some kind. There are also Indians who are desperatly seeking fame behind the camera, making movies or TV programs. The Digital Academy Film & Television is for people like them. At Digital Academy you can learn to ideate script, direct shoot edit, add required special effects, as well as record the sound & music under one roof. Digital Academy is in fact a complete school of filmmaking, a total immersion, and hands-on tool for learning the arts and crafts of filmmaking. The educators are industry professionals. In the realm of career assistance, Digital Academy has a special placement cell, which caters to placement and not just internship (eds note: Can you understand this Indian English?!) Subjects covered: Script Writing, Cinematography, Non Linear Editing, Sound Engineering, Direction, Acting and Animation, and so on. This could be your ticket to success in Bollywood!Digital Media College of Arts: Chennai.This particular school is not located in Mumbai but rather on the other side of India, in the state of Tamil Nadu. Of course, Chennai is a rival to Mumbai in the movie industry, and is a global movie production power in its own right. Located in the heart of Chennai, Image College of Arts, Animation & Technology is the largely digital media facility in India. ICAT is a multifaceted learning environment that aims to provide a holistic education. All programs start with a core curriculum of liberal and fine art such as Acting, Designing, Script Writing and Business Management. As I was saying before, Chennai is the entertainment hob of South India and houses one of India's largest film community prominently referred to as "Kollywood". Chennai is also the preferred destination for many Information Technology companies and has to its credit the development centres of many of the world's leading software development companies. Chennai has a rich cultural community with dozens of museums, hundreds of art and antique galleries, music and dance companies, and more than 100 theaters. These factors combine to make Chennai the most desirable destinations in the world, and contribute to a lifestyle that balances education and relaxation in an exquisite tropical setting.Courses are available in (postgraduate diploma) in 3D Animation, Visual Effects and Game Development.Film and Television Institute of India (FTII):Pune, Maharashtra State.Located on 8.4 hectares of land in the heart of Pune, the FTII has built a reputation for itself as one of the best film schools in India. Over 100 resident students are provided access to top-of-the-line equipment and taught the art of film-making by a top-class faculty and a stream of personalities from the film industry, Indian and international. Students work in surroundings that have a history (the institute stands on the Prabhat Studios grounds), use Asia's largest indoor shooting set (a legacy of Prabhat), and have access to one of the best film archives in the world.Imago School of Acting: New Delhi.Another out-of-towner, but this facility might be of interest to readers, so I decided to include it. According to the information I have, Imago School of Acting offers several courses in performing arts and drama. It is also a theatre company for students, providing them with reallife dramatical experience. The courses offered are: full time Diploma Course (3 months), part time Certificate Course (3 months) summer workshops for children and adults (May/June -- 1 month), the weekend Young Actors Club (6 months) and the drama teachers Training Course (6 months). Both Hindi and English are used in class.Mumbai Academy of Movie and TV Arts: Behind Royal Challenge, Near HDFC Bank, Filmcity Road Goregaon East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400063. Phone: 91 9867726767. Web: www.mumbaifilmacademy.com.One former student of this facility said: "I personally believethat Mumbai Academy is the most genuine and economical film teaching schools in Mumbai. All the faculty is professional and they know their job."Courses offered here include diplomas of one, two and three years length, and short beginner and professional courses. The film formats used are MiniDV, Hi8, 3/4 Umatic, 16mm and 35mm. Editing systems covered are the Avid Xpress/DV, Final Cut Pro and ProTools technology. The average tuition fees start from 25,000R. Foreigners are accepted and welcome at this school.The Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI): Panchasayar, Calcutta, Kolkata 700094. Phone: 91 3324328355. Email: srfti@cal.vsnl.net.in. Web: http://srfti.gov.in/.
DURATION
Full time course of three years leading to a Post -Graduate Diploma IN Cinema
COURSE STRUCTURE
Integrated Course in 1st Year � 42 weeks DURATION [common for all students]
Specialisation Programme in 2nd and 3rd year � 84 weeks DURATION
SPECIALISATIONS OFFERED
1. Direction & Screenplay
2. Cinematography
3. Audiography
4. Editing
NO. OF STUDENTS
Maximum 40 students per batch i.e. 8+2students* per specialisation
COURSE CONTENT
Classroom Lectures, Practical Exercises, Film Screenings, Interactions with Professionals
ASSESSMENT
Attendance Practical Sessionals / Written Examinations Exercises Projects
MODE OF ASSESSMENT
CONTINUOUS
MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION
ENGLISH
INTERNSHIPS IN BOLLYWOOD.Berkeley University India Internship. Learn about film-making and other media in Mumbai, the home of Bollywood cinema. This program, run in partnership with Center for South Asia Studies (CSAS), the University of California, Berkeley, and the India Study Abroad Center (ISAC), emphasizes the inner workings and logics of film and media workers in Mumbai and incorporates visits and lectures to media workers such as writers, producers, media company executives, actors, film directors, art designers, fashion choreographers...The program integrates lectures, readings, film screenings, field trips and internships on live film projects.To gain practical experience, program participants are placed in an observational capacity with film professionals and gain first hand experience on the art of filmmaking. Mentoring professionals are chosen for their expertise, willingness and enthusiasm for teaching.India is of course an amazing country to explore. This UC Berkeley internship allows students the chance to spend a few days on a real film set to get a behind-the-scenes view into the worlds of set designers, prop houses, casting directors, production executives, action directors, stunt masters, make-up artistes, fashion designers, lighting men, spot boys, music directors and other cast and crew.The cost of the program is $1700 for 4 weeks and includes the following services: Airport pickup on arrival; Program activities including meetings with film professionals, film screenings, visit to film shoots and post-production facilities; Support and guidance with the student's project; Cultural adjustment, health and safety orientation; Shared accommodation with three meals a day; Weekly monitoring of the program; 24 Hour emergency support; Cellular phone for incoming calls and emergency use. For more details (including scheduling), visit the India Study Abroad Center.
CASTING AGENCIES.IN MY LAST STAY IN MUMBAI I WAS HOLED UP IN A HUGE ROOM ON THE WATERFRONT NEAR THE GATEWAY TO INDIA, PAYING SOMETHING LIKE 500 RUPEES A NIGHT. I knew I was being fleeced but still I was having a great time, and I was happy just to be in India. Every day I explored another side of Mumbai's historic and cultural heritage; every night I ate tandoori chicken and takeout Chinese on the floor with the hotel staff, and watched Bollywood films on TV. That was my introduction to Bollywood cinema, and my education. It was all over all too soon. On my last night in Mumbai, the hotel was invaded by a cast of thousands -- it was the crew of a Bollywood film! They were using the hotel as their base, to shoot a movie at the aforementioned Gateway to India (it was an action movie called SON OF GANDHI, I beleive -- not to be confused with the more recent GANDHI MY FATHER.) Whole sections of the hotel were transformed into costume rooms, brimming with period dress. A young guy took my name and asked if I wanted to star in Bollywood films in the future (unfortunately I was leaving the next morning.) Some of the stage hands taught me some Hindi (and some Hindu prayers.) I went out with them to the Gateway to watch shoot (and for the first time in India I could walk the streets as a free man, instead of tout fodder, because I was part of the team!) It was a nice end to my stay in Mumbai, and it got me intrigued, about the possibility of being a Bollywood actor in the future.They told me I could earn US$20 a day being an actor/extra in Mumbai. If you want to be an extra or an actor in Mumbai, here are some agencies you can hit up:Aakarsh: 58/8, Naren Hills, McKinley B1/403, Wanowrie, Pune. Phone: 02064003696. This is an agency looking for models, actors, actresses and extras. Located in the Pune region of India.Alokk Medias: 13-14 Link Garden, Tower # 1, Millat Nagar, behind Lokhandwala Bridge, Andheri (West), Mumbai. Phone: 65072731. Web: www.alokkmedias.com/.AL MODELS - The name says it all. We have AL(L) the models, actors & actresses -- the supermodels, the upcoming ones to the totally fresh faces.If you have anything to do with casting, then welcome to the largest & ever expanding assembly of model profiles on the net¦. not only from Mumbai, Delhi and other metros but even from small towns and remotest areas. You can simplify your search for models/actors/actresses by simply clicking on our SEARCH MODEL facility.If you are a model/actor/actress, then forget all about other paid-for sites. This one is absolutely FREE. The only condition is that you have to be GOOD. You may be from anywhere in India or abroad.Nakshatra Creations: 10 East St, Poolgate, Pune. Contact: click here.This agency is looking for young to middle-aged women for video, TV and films. The women should have a good figure and shape.
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STUDY IN BOLLYWOOD ---- And Make Movies There.EVERY YEAR THRONGS OF INDIANS HEAD TO MUMBAI IN SEARCH OF FAME AND FORTUNE IN THE BOLLYWOOD MOVIE MACHINE. The competition for jobs and roles is so intense, it is only natural that a growing number of acting and film-making schools have grown up in Mumbai. At such schools real stars and legends of the Bollywood tradition form part of the curriculum, in the flesh, as live instructers and lecturers. Participation in real movie shoots adds to the hands on study ethic. For people looking to develop their skills and get a break in the India film industry, these schools could be your best shot forward. In the process, you could make connections which last you a lifetime.
TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2007 ---- US College Offers Study Trip to BollywoodHere is a story I found on NewKerala.com, regarding an opportunity for American students to visit Bollywood:"Here's another feather in Bollywood's cap. The Lakeland Community College in the US has announced a study tour to India for its students to learn about the Hindi film industry. "Bollywood refers to the popular cinematic style in India, which produces over 800 films annually, the college said in a media release. Excursions are planned to Mumbai, Pune and Hyderabad. The 13-day trip will begin next year from Jan 1, reports thestarindia.com. "The university in Ohio has charted the study plan and the activities will include daily film viewing, location visits, lectures by industry workers and experts, and time for touring."For the two-week trip, the college will charge $2,500 per student. This includes airfare, accommodation, transportation between cities and some meals..."
ACTING AND FILM MAKING EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IN MUMBAI (AND THE REST OF INDIA).Academy of Digital Film Making: Chinoy Mansion, First Floor, Block #2 (opposite St. Stephen's Church) Warden Road, Mumbai. Phone: 091-22-23676218.Compufeild is a computer institute offering students considerable flexibility in designing their courses. Its Digital Film Making Academy offers the following courses: Certificate in Direction (Film and Video), Certificate in Script Writing, Certificate in Digital Cinematography, Certificate in Digital Photograhy, Certificate in Video & Film Editing (Avid Xpress DV), Certificate in Visual effects (Combustion) and the Certificate in Cell Animation. Asian Academy of Film and Television: Marwah Studios Complex, FC-14/15 Film City, Sector 16-C, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301. Phone: 95120-2515254, 2515255, 2515256. Website: http://www.aaft.com/.According to the official website: "A film academy should induce comprehensive knowledge of the arts, science and commerce of film making in its students. Confused? Let us explain."A film maker should have the creativity and eye for the aesthetics of life, must know the technical aspects of film making and have a fair amount of idea about the entertainment industry. So, it is a complete circle and it takes a little bit of everything to make a good film maker and a skilled technician and a great actor. But there are very few such film schools in this country that take this holistic approach towards film education and we are proud of the fact that Asian Academy of Film and Television is one of them."In 1993, when we started out journey, we wanted to be different from the run of the mill acting schools, who love to cling to the film craft of the past century. At that point of time we had already come a long way, as a country and as a film making nation. So, we planned to start a film academy that could match the standards that of the international film schools . We decided to adopt a do while learn methodology. Of course being within a film city and sharing the same campus with a state of the art film studio complemented our objective. Unlike any other acting schools in the country, we provide our students maximum exposure to real REEL WORLD. This emphasis on hands on training has already proved to be the success mantra for our students."Haobam Paban Kumar, student of Asian Academy of Film and Television, got the "International Fipresci Critics Jury Award" for his film "AFSPA, 1958" at the Mumbai International Film Festival. His documentary film is about the violations perpetrated by the "Armed Forces Special Powers Act" in Anipurin 2004. His film is also invited for the film festivals to be held at Canada, UK and Korea."Do you aspire to be the next Paban Kumar? Then come, join AAFT..."Chandigarh Acting Institute (CAI).I found this story on Live Punjab earlier this year, in March 2007:"It was a nostalgic moment for Bollywood actor Anupam Kher when he signed papers Wednesday to set up an acting institute in the city where he took his first professional lessons in acting."Kher did his acting course at the Department of Indian Theatre at Panjab University here in the 1960s."Hailing from the hill station town of Shimla, 120 km from here, his other connection to this city is that his wife Kirron Kher, herself an acclaimed film actor and theatre personality, is from Chandigarh."'I thank the Chandigarh administration for taking steps to set up the Chandigarh Acting Institute (CAI). People in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Chandigarh have immense talent in acting and will no longer have to go to Mumbai to learn acting,' Kher said."His institute, Actor Prepares, will run acting courses from the Central Crafts Institute in Sector 11. The government infrastructure would be lent out to CAI for short acting courses."'I can assure you that the acting school here will be of international standard. Teachers will come from Mumbai and abroad. The courses would be chosen as per needs of modern cinema,' the actor announced."He said that these days, marketing themselves was important for actors and this would also be taught to the students."The MoU for the CAI was signed between Kher's institute and the Society for Tourism and Entertainment Promotion in Chandigarh, its CEO and director Vivek Atray announced."The Chandigarh administration has already initiated steps for setting up a state-of-the-art film city to cater to the needs of the film industry. Noted director Yash Chopra, chairman of the Chandigarh advisory tourism forum, had suggested setting up of Kher's school in the city last year. Kher already runs his private acting institute in Mumbai..."Digital Academy Film & Television School.Every Indian deep down wants to be famous at something these days, whether it is through excellence on the sporting field, or in front of a camera of some kind. There are also Indians who are desperatly seeking fame behind the camera, making movies or TV programs. The Digital Academy Film & Television is for people like them. At Digital Academy you can learn to ideate script, direct shoot edit, add required special effects, as well as record the sound & music under one roof. Digital Academy is in fact a complete school of filmmaking, a total immersion, and hands-on tool for learning the arts and crafts of filmmaking. The educators are industry professionals. In the realm of career assistance, Digital Academy has a special placement cell, which caters to placement and not just internship (eds note: Can you understand this Indian English?!) Subjects covered: Script Writing, Cinematography, Non Linear Editing, Sound Engineering, Direction, Acting and Animation, and so on. This could be your ticket to success in Bollywood!Digital Media College of Arts: Chennai.This particular school is not located in Mumbai but rather on the other side of India, in the state of Tamil Nadu. Of course, Chennai is a rival to Mumbai in the movie industry, and is a global movie production power in its own right. Located in the heart of Chennai, Image College of Arts, Animation & Technology is the largely digital media facility in India. ICAT is a multifaceted learning environment that aims to provide a holistic education. All programs start with a core curriculum of liberal and fine art such as Acting, Designing, Script Writing and Business Management. As I was saying before, Chennai is the entertainment hob of South India and houses one of India's largest film community prominently referred to as "Kollywood". Chennai is also the preferred destination for many Information Technology companies and has to its credit the development centres of many of the world's leading software development companies. Chennai has a rich cultural community with dozens of museums, hundreds of art and antique galleries, music and dance companies, and more than 100 theaters. These factors combine to make Chennai the most desirable destinations in the world, and contribute to a lifestyle that balances education and relaxation in an exquisite tropical setting.Courses are available in (postgraduate diploma) in 3D Animation, Visual Effects and Game Development.Film and Television Institute of India (FTII):Pune, Maharashtra State.Located on 8.4 hectares of land in the heart of Pune, the FTII has built a reputation for itself as one of the best film schools in India. Over 100 resident students are provided access to top-of-the-line equipment and taught the art of film-making by a top-class faculty and a stream of personalities from the film industry, Indian and international. Students work in surroundings that have a history (the institute stands on the Prabhat Studios grounds), use Asia's largest indoor shooting set (a legacy of Prabhat), and have access to one of the best film archives in the world.Imago School of Acting: New Delhi.Another out-of-towner, but this facility might be of interest to readers, so I decided to include it. According to the information I have, Imago School of Acting offers several courses in performing arts and drama. It is also a theatre company for students, providing them with reallife dramatical experience. The courses offered are: full time Diploma Course (3 months), part time Certificate Course (3 months) summer workshops for children and adults (May/June -- 1 month), the weekend Young Actors Club (6 months) and the drama teachers Training Course (6 months). Both Hindi and English are used in class.Mumbai Academy of Movie and TV Arts: Behind Royal Challenge, Near HDFC Bank, Filmcity Road Goregaon East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400063. Phone: 91 9867726767. Web: www.mumbaifilmacademy.com.One former student of this facility said: "I personally believethat Mumbai Academy is the most genuine and economical film teaching schools in Mumbai. All the faculty is professional and they know their job."Courses offered here include diplomas of one, two and three years length, and short beginner and professional courses. The film formats used are MiniDV, Hi8, 3/4 Umatic, 16mm and 35mm. Editing systems covered are the Avid Xpress/DV, Final Cut Pro and ProTools technology. The average tuition fees start from 25,000R. Foreigners are accepted and welcome at this school.The Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI): Panchasayar, Calcutta, Kolkata 700094. Phone: 91 3324328355. Email: srfti@cal.vsnl.net.in. Web: http://srfti.gov.in/.
DURATION
Full time course of three years leading to a Post -Graduate Diploma IN Cinema
COURSE STRUCTURE
Integrated Course in 1st Year � 42 weeks DURATION [common for all students]
Specialisation Programme in 2nd and 3rd year � 84 weeks DURATION
SPECIALISATIONS OFFERED
1. Direction & Screenplay
2. Cinematography
3. Audiography
4. Editing
NO. OF STUDENTS
Maximum 40 students per batch i.e. 8+2students* per specialisation
COURSE CONTENT
Classroom Lectures, Practical Exercises, Film Screenings, Interactions with Professionals
ASSESSMENT
Attendance Practical Sessionals / Written Examinations Exercises Projects
MODE OF ASSESSMENT
CONTINUOUS
MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION
ENGLISH
INTERNSHIPS IN BOLLYWOOD.Berkeley University India Internship. Learn about film-making and other media in Mumbai, the home of Bollywood cinema. This program, run in partnership with Center for South Asia Studies (CSAS), the University of California, Berkeley, and the India Study Abroad Center (ISAC), emphasizes the inner workings and logics of film and media workers in Mumbai and incorporates visits and lectures to media workers such as writers, producers, media company executives, actors, film directors, art designers, fashion choreographers...The program integrates lectures, readings, film screenings, field trips and internships on live film projects.To gain practical experience, program participants are placed in an observational capacity with film professionals and gain first hand experience on the art of filmmaking. Mentoring professionals are chosen for their expertise, willingness and enthusiasm for teaching.India is of course an amazing country to explore. This UC Berkeley internship allows students the chance to spend a few days on a real film set to get a behind-the-scenes view into the worlds of set designers, prop houses, casting directors, production executives, action directors, stunt masters, make-up artistes, fashion designers, lighting men, spot boys, music directors and other cast and crew.The cost of the program is $1700 for 4 weeks and includes the following services: Airport pickup on arrival; Program activities including meetings with film professionals, film screenings, visit to film shoots and post-production facilities; Support and guidance with the student's project; Cultural adjustment, health and safety orientation; Shared accommodation with three meals a day; Weekly monitoring of the program; 24 Hour emergency support; Cellular phone for incoming calls and emergency use. For more details (including scheduling), visit the India Study Abroad Center.
CASTING AGENCIES.IN MY LAST STAY IN MUMBAI I WAS HOLED UP IN A HUGE ROOM ON THE WATERFRONT NEAR THE GATEWAY TO INDIA, PAYING SOMETHING LIKE 500 RUPEES A NIGHT. I knew I was being fleeced but still I was having a great time, and I was happy just to be in India. Every day I explored another side of Mumbai's historic and cultural heritage; every night I ate tandoori chicken and takeout Chinese on the floor with the hotel staff, and watched Bollywood films on TV. That was my introduction to Bollywood cinema, and my education. It was all over all too soon. On my last night in Mumbai, the hotel was invaded by a cast of thousands -- it was the crew of a Bollywood film! They were using the hotel as their base, to shoot a movie at the aforementioned Gateway to India (it was an action movie called SON OF GANDHI, I beleive -- not to be confused with the more recent GANDHI MY FATHER.) Whole sections of the hotel were transformed into costume rooms, brimming with period dress. A young guy took my name and asked if I wanted to star in Bollywood films in the future (unfortunately I was leaving the next morning.) Some of the stage hands taught me some Hindi (and some Hindu prayers.) I went out with them to the Gateway to watch shoot (and for the first time in India I could walk the streets as a free man, instead of tout fodder, because I was part of the team!) It was a nice end to my stay in Mumbai, and it got me intrigued, about the possibility of being a Bollywood actor in the future.They told me I could earn US$20 a day being an actor/extra in Mumbai. If you want to be an extra or an actor in Mumbai, here are some agencies you can hit up:Aakarsh: 58/8, Naren Hills, McKinley B1/403, Wanowrie, Pune. Phone: 02064003696. This is an agency looking for models, actors, actresses and extras. Located in the Pune region of India.Alokk Medias: 13-14 Link Garden, Tower # 1, Millat Nagar, behind Lokhandwala Bridge, Andheri (West), Mumbai. Phone: 65072731. Web: www.alokkmedias.com/.AL MODELS - The name says it all. We have AL(L) the models, actors & actresses -- the supermodels, the upcoming ones to the totally fresh faces.If you have anything to do with casting, then welcome to the largest & ever expanding assembly of model profiles on the net¦. not only from Mumbai, Delhi and other metros but even from small towns and remotest areas. You can simplify your search for models/actors/actresses by simply clicking on our SEARCH MODEL facility.If you are a model/actor/actress, then forget all about other paid-for sites. This one is absolutely FREE. The only condition is that you have to be GOOD. You may be from anywhere in India or abroad.Nakshatra Creations: 10 East St, Poolgate, Pune. Contact: click here.This agency is looking for young to middle-aged women for video, TV and films. The women should have a good figure and shape.
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Monday, March 17, 2008
OFFERS FROM FILM INDUSTRY
Location: Ahmedabad
G.V.films requires New dancers, experience no bar, young dancers for South Indian cultural and commercial Cinema project. Must be obeyable and pleasing can apply with photos to maxjaxor@yahoo.com.
Location: TAMIL NADU
I J. Shivakumar, I am Producing a Tamil movie in the Title of Idhayamanavan, which was acting and directed by me.
In that film the persons who are acting all are new faces including hero and heroines, till now 60% of the film is waiting for funds
This is two heroine subject. one was availed and another one was not avail, if you are ready to act & invest as a another heroine and other supporting characters. Please contact or call @ 09444075008
I prefer tamil known people who is willing to act as well as invest in film
for further details call or contact
J.Shivakumar Director
CITYMAN CINE MOVIES
42/52, Akshaya Garden, Sannathi Street, Therady, Thiruvottiyur,
Chennai-19,Tamilnadu. India. Cell: 09444075008
EMail: tkjshivakumar@yahoo.com
tkjshivakumar@gmail.com
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Location: Ahmedabad
ART international Film Seeking adjusting female new faces to act or dance in future Kannada, Tamil, Telegu, Hindi translating film. Age and language not required, Physical adjustment must required. Contact with photos at : infobizw@yahoo.com
Location: Bangalore
Wanted Female models and or New face females, age below 30 years, able to make Physical adjustments; Production house Mysore, Salary starts from 5 Lakhs Rupees. Interested females apply with photos to star8348@gmail.com
Location: Bangalore
Hi all,
There is an urgent requirement for an actress in a lead role for an upcoming regional language movie. The project is financed by CM Rajan and the central role is played by new-comer Rajeev Kumar.
The role would involve some amount of physical sequences between the leads.
Total duration of the project would be 1.5 months. Remuneration would be excellent.
The project is yet to be named.
Look forward to your replies. Please reply with your photographs and contact details. The auditions will be held in Bangalore, so be ready to travel.
majamoviesplus@rediffmail.com
Thanks - Robin
Quality Medical Publishing is looking for models to appear in our upcoming publications. We specialize in medical literature, guides, and training media for use by industry professionals and students the world over.
We are currently looking for paid models in the following categories:
Females between the ages of 14 and 25.
Males between the ages of 14 and 21.
Female children between the ages of 3 and 14. *see note below
Male children between the ages of 3 and 14. *see note below
* All minor children under 14 years of age must have a parent or legal representative present for any modeling activities arranged with Quality Medical Publishing.
Please note the following requirements.
Models should be physically fit and active.
Models should have hair styles appropriate for their age and gender.
Models must be free of any visible disfigurements, unless you are applying as a medical case study model.
Models must have access to a digital camera.
Models may be asked to travel domestically or internationally and should have any documents required for such travel.
All models must speak proficient English.
Models outside of the US, must live within 3 hours of a major medical center or university.
We offer paid models between $100 and $1500 USD per shoot, based on its length and type. Travel and lodging expenses may be paid at our discretion.
To apply for any of these openings please send two recent full-length photos to DCollins @ quality-medical-publishing.com
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Quality Medical Publishing, Inc.
Location: Delhi
G.V.films requires New dancers, experience no bar, young dancers for South Indian cultural and commercial Cinema project. Must be obeyable and pleasing can apply with photos to maxjaxor@yahoo.com.
Location: TAMIL NADU
I J. Shivakumar, I am Producing a Tamil movie in the Title of Idhayamanavan, which was acting and directed by me.
In that film the persons who are acting all are new faces including hero and heroines, till now 60% of the film is waiting for funds
This is two heroine subject. one was availed and another one was not avail, if you are ready to act & invest as a another heroine and other supporting characters. Please contact or call @ 09444075008
I prefer tamil known people who is willing to act as well as invest in film
for further details call or contact
J.Shivakumar Director
CITYMAN CINE MOVIES
42/52, Akshaya Garden, Sannathi Street, Therady, Thiruvottiyur,
Chennai-19,Tamilnadu. India. Cell: 09444075008
EMail: tkjshivakumar@yahoo.com
tkjshivakumar@gmail.com
View larger image
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Location: Ahmedabad
ART international Film Seeking adjusting female new faces to act or dance in future Kannada, Tamil, Telegu, Hindi translating film. Age and language not required, Physical adjustment must required. Contact with photos at : infobizw@yahoo.com
Location: Bangalore
Wanted Female models and or New face females, age below 30 years, able to make Physical adjustments; Production house Mysore, Salary starts from 5 Lakhs Rupees. Interested females apply with photos to star8348@gmail.com
Location: Bangalore
Hi all,
There is an urgent requirement for an actress in a lead role for an upcoming regional language movie. The project is financed by CM Rajan and the central role is played by new-comer Rajeev Kumar.
The role would involve some amount of physical sequences between the leads.
Total duration of the project would be 1.5 months. Remuneration would be excellent.
The project is yet to be named.
Look forward to your replies. Please reply with your photographs and contact details. The auditions will be held in Bangalore, so be ready to travel.
majamoviesplus@rediffmail.com
Thanks - Robin
Quality Medical Publishing is looking for models to appear in our upcoming publications. We specialize in medical literature, guides, and training media for use by industry professionals and students the world over.
We are currently looking for paid models in the following categories:
Females between the ages of 14 and 25.
Males between the ages of 14 and 21.
Female children between the ages of 3 and 14. *see note below
Male children between the ages of 3 and 14. *see note below
* All minor children under 14 years of age must have a parent or legal representative present for any modeling activities arranged with Quality Medical Publishing.
Please note the following requirements.
Models should be physically fit and active.
Models should have hair styles appropriate for their age and gender.
Models must be free of any visible disfigurements, unless you are applying as a medical case study model.
Models must have access to a digital camera.
Models may be asked to travel domestically or internationally and should have any documents required for such travel.
All models must speak proficient English.
Models outside of the US, must live within 3 hours of a major medical center or university.
We offer paid models between $100 and $1500 USD per shoot, based on its length and type. Travel and lodging expenses may be paid at our discretion.
To apply for any of these openings please send two recent full-length photos to DCollins @ quality-medical-publishing.com
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Quality Medical Publishing, Inc.
Location: Delhi
SHAKTI TV Channel Looking for Models cum Actors for the upcoming programme "METRO LIFESTYLE"
Good exposure for the freshers.
Int. candidates can contact at the numeber given below:
Good exposure for the freshers.
Int. candidates can contact at the numeber given below:
Ashish Bhutani
(New Delhi):+91-9871007585
www.shaktitv.tv
Location: Delhi
Location: Delhi
(New Delhi):+91-9871007585
www.shaktitv.tv
Location: Delhi
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