Sushant Sharma is an FTII alumnus, acting educator, and industry professional with over a decade of experience in film education, casting, and performance. He has served as Associate and Assistant Faculty for the Film & Television Institute of India (FTII–CFOL) programs, and has conducted intensive screen acting workshops at the University of Ladakh and SRTMU, Nanded.
His pedagogy emphasizes core acting tools such as movement, relaxation, improvisation, scene work, and acting for the camera, blending rigorous training with practical industry insight.
Alongside teaching, Sushant has an extensive professional career as an Associate Casting Director on acclaimed projects including The Sir, Gangubai Kathiawadi, Dasvi, City of Dreams, and Chutzpah. As an actor, his work includes films such as Ghayal Once Again, Half Girlfriend, and The Whistleblower, as well as award-winning film like Muhafiz – The Protector. With a strong theatre background and appearances in over many television commercials with brands, he brings a hands-on, real-world perspective to actor training.