Basic Course in Screen Acting in New Delhi ( 21 - 27 January 2026 )
Basic Course in Screen Acting from 21st to 27th January 2026 in New Delhi
Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, under its Centre for Open Learning (CFOL) initiative announces Basic Course in Screen Acting from 21st to 27th January 2026, in New Delhi.
Following are the details in this regard;
(1) Course Name: Basic Course in Screen Acting
(2) Dates: 21 – 27 January 2026 (07 days)
(3) Timings: 10 am to 5 pm
(4) Total No. of participants: 25 (Course will be conducted only if min. strength of 15 is reached)
(5) Age: Participants must be 18 years or above in age as on 01st January 2026
(6) Educational Qualification: HSC (12th pass). In exceptional cases, 10th pass may be considered
(7) Nationality: Indian
(8) Venue: NIV Art Centre and Film Studios, 210 Neb Sarai near IGNOU, New Delhi – 110 068
(9) Per participant course fee: Rs 9,900/-
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, 07 January 2026
(11) Course Director: Mr Vinay Vikrant
(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 logo of FTII 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
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Mr. Milind Joshi, Asst. Outreach Officer – 020 - 25580085, info(dot)cfol(at)ftii(dot)ac(dot)in
- V-spra Inc. Ms Seema = 9816082448 and or Mr. Balwant Thakur = 8219515274
(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 V-spra Inc. will facilitate for accommodation in New Delhi. Please call Ms Seema = 9816082448 and or Mr. Balwant Thakur = 8219515274 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:
(O4 Basic Course in Screen Acting in New Delhi)
2. Fill-up the application form with requisite details and proceed for payment.
3. Make necessary payment of Rs 9,900/-
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) About Course Director: Mr Vinay Vikrant
Highly experienced screen and theatre actor, director, and educator with a strong background in performing arts.
Education:
Post-Graduate Diploma in Screen Acting, Film and Television Institute of huIndia (FTII), Pune (2009-2011)
Graduate Diploma in Theatre Acting, Bhartendu Natya Academy (BNA), Lucknow (2006-2008)
Professional Experience:
Head of Department - Screen Acting, Doon Film School, Dehradun, Uttarakhand (Present)
Assistant Professor - Faculty of Performing Arts, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat
Assistant Professor- Film Studies Department, Chandigarh University
Visiting Faculty in Mumbai at Whistling Woods, Actors Prepare, Kreating Charakters Acting Institute, ICE Ekta Kapoor Institute, Ramesh Sippy Institute, HCRFTR Drama School Mandi Himachal Pradesh, and others
As Mentor in Famous Tv talent show “India's best Dramebaaz” for zee TV Channel
Acting Credits:
TV shows: C.I.D., Savdhan India, Crime Patrol, Balika Vadhu, Criminal Mind, Madhubala (Sony, Colors, Life OK)
Bollywood film: "Satellite Shankar" (lead actor Sooraj Pancholi)
TV ads, short films, web series (various OTT platforms)
Theatre Experience:
As an actor and director, worked in numerous theatre plays, including:
Khamosh Adalat Jaari Hai
Andha Yug
Macbeth
Ashaad ka Ek Din
Hamlet
The Park
Twelve Angry Men
Death of a Salesman
Nagamandala
Sahib Biwi aur Ghulam
Panchlait
Collaborations with renowned theatre personalities in India.
Workshops and Mentorship:
Conducted film and theatre acting workshops with institutions and groups in Mumbai and across India. Directed many theatre plays with camera practicals and short films.
Teaching Method:
As an acting coach, my approach focuses on bridging the gap between stage and screen acting, emphasizing realistic performances through practical exercises. My goal is to empower students with the skills to deliver nuanced, believable performances that elevate their
(21) Course Overview
Course Description:
This course focuses on realistic acting, expressions, characterization, improvisation, monologue, and scene work - all crucial for building a strong presence on stage and screen & Playback lip sync part is a great add-on, especially for those eyeing mainstream commercial cinema, song picturisation, which is a big deal for actors in the industry.
About Course:
Unique Approach: Bridges the gap between stage and screen acting.
Characterization: Focus on method to create Characters and their behaviour with practical exercises in realistic approach in Various Acting Techniques.
Playback Lip Sync: Focus on emotional expression and body language, practice syncing with the track, movements and lip sync accuracy & character's emotions in musical way.
Monologue & Scene Work: speech of character's thoughts, emotions, and intentions, vocal, emotional and in any scene interpretive muscles and responding to situations, interacting with others, listening, and reacting truthfully by actors.
Elevates Craft: Helps students improve their acting abilities.
Industry Readiness: Prepares students to thrive in the industry.