Film
and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, under its Centre for Open
Learning (CFOL) initiative announces “Masterclass in Screen Acting” in Raipur
Following
are the details in this regard;
(1) Workshop
Name: Masterclass in Screen Acting
(2) Dates:
09th to 18th May
2026
(3) Timings:
10.30 am to 5 pm
(4) Total No. of seats: 25 (Course may not be conducted if there are less than 15
participants)
(5) Age: Participants
must be 18 years or above in age as on 01st May 2026
(6) Educational
Qualification: HSC (12th pass). In exceptional cases,
10th pass may be considered
(7) Nationality: Indian
(8) Venue: Janmanch Theater HIG-27 Sector-8
Housing Board Colony, Saddu Raipur
(9)
Course fee: Rs 12,600/- per participant
Course
fee is excluding breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea/ coffee, snacks etc.
Course
fee of selected participants will be non-refundable, non-transferrable,
non-adjustable, etc. under any circumstances. Course fee of all the non –
selected participants will be refunded within 21 working days of the course
commencement. Also, due to any other reason, if the course is cancelled by
FTII, course fee will be refunded.
However,
due to any reason, if the course is postponed OR cancelled by the organisers,
course fee will be refunded.
(10) Last
date to apply: By 6 pm, 26th April 2026.
(11) Course
Director: Hima Singh
(12) Medium
of Instructions: English and Hindi.
(13) Selection
Criteria: First – Come – First – Served basis. Selected candidates
would be communicated by email. List of the selected participants will be
published on FTII website.
(14) Certificates: All
participants would be given participation certificate on successful completion
of the course which will carry FTII logos and will be jointly signed by FTII
Director and the Course Director. Minimum 90% attendance is mandatory to get
certificate.
(15) Queries: For
any queries contact
- Mr. Milind Joshi, Asst. Outreach Officer – 020 - 25580085, info(dot)cfol(at)ftii(dot)ac(dot)in
2.
Future
Story Cine Labs = Preeti Bhosake 623294114
(16) Communication
with participants: All communications with the participants will be
carried out through email only. List of shortlisted participants will be
published on FTII website and selection email will be sent to the selected
participants on their registered email.
(17) Accommodation: Outstation
participants may please note Future Story Cine Labs will facilitate for
accommodation in Raipur. Please contact Preeti Bhosake on 623294114 for the
same.
(18) Participants
need to assure general decency, decorum etc. on the course campus. Failing to
do so will lead to cancellation of admission without refunding course fee apart
from taking internal disciplinary action and dealing the matter as per law of
the land. All rights in this regard are reserved with FTII.
(19) How
to apply:
1. Click on the following link:
2.
Fill-up the application form with requisite details and proceed for payment.
3.
Make necessary payment of Rs 12,600/-.
4.
Once payment is done, please note "SBI collect Reference Number"
(mentioned in payment confirmation receipt). This may be required for future
reference.
5. If
possible, digitally store the receipt of payment. This can be carried out in
one of the following ways;
(i)
by taking printout of receipt of payment, scan & save it
(ii)
by taking screenshot of payment (if using mobile) or print screen (if using
computer)
(iii)
by simply taking a photograph from mobile
(iv)
check your bank account to confirm whether money (course fee) has been deducted
or not
(v)
After a day or two, once again check to see whether money (course fee) has been
refunded.
(vi)
In case of refund, it is a transaction failure and if so, once again apply for
the course afresh.
6. No
document/ certificate related to educational qualification, age etc. is to be
attached. Participants’ self – declaration in the application form is
sufficient.
7. Terms
& conditions: By agreeing to the terms & conditions in the
application form, participants are confirming that they have read &
understood the website advt. They are eligible to apply and fulfill all the
requirements as stated in the advt. Also, it is presumed that participants will
be staying and or attending the course at their own risk & cost and will
not be held responsible for anything or matter of what-so-ever nature. Further,
participants agree that decision of Director, FTII regarding admission to the
course and its conduction in all respect will be final.
(20) Course Director: Hema Singh
Profile
Hima Singh, an alumna of FTII, is popularly known for her performances in Films, Television, Theatre and TVC's. She is also a Trained Kathak Dancer. She is well known for her Film Mission Raniganj -directed by Tinu Suresh Desai.Her Film Love and Shukla World Premiered at BIFF, South Korea,released on Netflix and is a Winner of Netpac Award. Dahan, on Hotstar, Sab-Satrangi on Sab TV, Crimes Aajkal on PrimeVideo, Bagiya Bacharam ki, on Zee5, are among her remarkable works. She has done several TV Episodics and Short Films that got screened at International Film Festivals and other's are successfully running on OTT platforms.
Hima is also a recognized voiceover artist and a diction - acting coach, famous for her diction training in Film like MIMI.
Teaching
Experience
Institute
of Creative Excellence (ICE Balaji), Mumbai — Acting Faculty (2018 – Present)
• Conduct acting classes,
workshops, and mentoring sessions.
• Designed curriculum
integrating theatre and on-camera acting.
• Mentored aspiring actors
working across TV, OTT, and films.
Guest
Faculty — Various Acting Institutes, Mumbai
• Training in improvisation,
character building, body language, and screen acting.
• Conducted personal
workshops focused on performance techniques.
Film
& Television Work
• Black White Grey (Sony) —
Nominated for Best Performance; Filmfare OTT Nomination; Honour Award by Hollywood
Reporter India.
• Batla House — Feature Film
(Dir. Nikhil Advani).
• Lantrani — Feature Film
(Dir. Koshish Ganguly, Zee5).
• Television: Turning Point
(DD), Crime Patrol (Sony), Savdhaan India, Courtroom.
• Short films, commercials,
and digital content.
Theatre
Experience
Over 20 years of theatre
experience as Actor, Director, and Writer. Expertise in academic play direction
and stage performance training.
Selected Academic Directorial
Work:
• Katra Katra Zindagi
• The Good Doctor
• Ek Tha Gadha Urf Aladat
Khan
• Havalat
• Adhe Adhure
Achievements
• Shatrughan Sinha
Scholarship — FTII Batch Topper.
• Industry recognition for
Black White Grey.
• Participation in National
& International Film Festivals.
Education
• PG Diploma in Acting —
FTII, Pune (2016)
• Post-Graduation in Theatre
Arts & Film Studies (2012)
• M.A. (Hindi) (2012)
• B.Ed. (2010)
• B.Sc. Anthropology (2009)
• PGDCA — IGNOU
Skills
• Acting for Theatre, Film
& Television
• Direction &
Scriptwriting
• Public Speaking &
Mentoring
• Strong Communication Skills
• Languages: Hindi, English,
Chhattisgarhi, Bhojpuri
(21) Course Overview
Day 1 – Actor Preparation & Awareness
First Half: Opening Up
• Relaxation techniques
• Concentration exercises
• Body–mind connection
• Letting go of inhibitions
Second Half: Observation & Realism
• Observing real-life behavior
• Translating observation into performance
• Introduction to realistic acting
Day 2 – Understanding Medium
First Half: Difference Between Stage & Screen Acting
• Energy scaling
• External vs internal performance
• Subtlety and truth
Second Half: Introduction to Camera
• Frame sizes (CU, MCU, WS)
• Camera as audience
• Basic camera fear removal exercises
Day 3 – Improvisation & Scene Basics
First Half: Art of Improvisation
• Spontaneity
• Thinking in the moment
• Accepting and building situations
Second Half: Elements of a Scene
• Given circumstances
• Character intention
• Beginning–middle–end of a scene
Day 4 – Conflict & Relationships
First Half: Improvisation – Conflict
• Creating tension
• Objectives vs obstacles
Second Half: Improvisation – Relationships
• Status dynamics
• Emotional connections
• Power shifts in scenes
Day 5 – Action & Problem Solving
First Half: Action–Problem Approach
• Action-driven acting
• Solving problems within a scene
Second Half: Advanced Action Work
• Layering actions
• Behavioral detailing in performance
Day 6 – Voice & Dialogue for Camera
First Half: Voice Modulation
• Pitch, pace, pause
• Emotional variation
Second Half: Natural Dialogue Delivery
• Removing theatrical tone
• Conversational realism
• Speaking with authenticity on camera
Day 7 – Scene Work (Preparation)
Session 1: Script Breakdown
• Objective, obstacle, intention
• Subtext and beats
Session 2: Scene Rehearsal
• Partner work
• Blocking and performance refinement
Day 8 – Scene Work (Execution)
Session 1: Camera Rehearsal
• Marking, eyeline, continuity
Session 2: Shoot
• Shooting 2-actor scenes on camera
• Multiple takes and adjustments
Day 9 – Film Understanding & Audition Skills
First Half: Film Appreciation & Performance Analysis
• Understanding good vs bad acting
• Scene breakdown from films
Second Half: Audition Technique
• Introduction (slate)
• Cold reading
• Facing camera confidently
Day 10 – Self-Test & Final Presentation
Session 1: Self-Test Recording
• Mobile camera acting
• Framing & basic lighting
• Recording professional auditions
Session 2: Final Performance & Feedback
• Individual performance
• Personal feedback
• Industry guidance
Important Note
• The curriculum may be adapted based on participants’ skill level and progress.
• All participants will receive recorded footage for review and portfolio use.