Acting

Yes, you can join. Admissions are open to all freshers with a minimum of 12 years of age. Acting being a performing arts program is not restricted to any qualification.

Hi Roushan,
iCAT is a digital design and media college. You will have to appear for the entrance test which is basically an aptitude test. You can refer to entrance exam books that have qualitative aptitude sample tests, English language practice tests, Reasoning questions and general knowledge tests. Practicing these tests will give you a fair idea about the pattern of the entrance test. Apart from this, if you clear the written exam, you will have to appear for a personal interview. So you must read thoroughly about the course you are applying for.

Hi Chirag
Before entering in the field of acting you should be equipped with the knowledge of theater and acting as it will help you in polishing your skill. Joining a theater group or taking a short term course in Acting will polish your skills and help you to have a better clarity about what acting is all about.
Here is the list of institutes offering various courses related to acting:
Film and Television Institute of India, Pune
Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT), Noida
St. Xavier's College, Mumbai
University of Mumbai
Whistling Woods International, Mumbai

Hi Aaditya
No, you don't need to have a degree in theatres to begin your career in acting. Though polishing your skills by joining a theatre group or taking up a short term acting course would benefit you in the long run. Begin by working in advertisements in order to get noticed. Research well about the acting agencies and production houses. Acting is a highly paid industry but it is high on competition as well. You need to prepare yourself well before you begin your struggle.

Hi Kiran,
There is no eligibility criteria as such. You just need to be at least 5 feet 6 inches tall if you want to pursue modelling. You can directly apply to the college for admissions.

Hello Gurumauli,
One must study a subject about which he/she feels passionate. If you feel that you have a passion for fine arts & engineering is a wrong field then without wasting any time you should join the course which interests you.

Hi Saiteja,
Although Nagpur has very limited opportunities for acting and drama courses, but you can go for Nagpur Film Academy or Bajaj Film and Television Institute.

Hi Rhitayan, there many institutes in India offering modeling and acting courses which can be done right after passing class 12th. Check institutes like FTII, Pune and ISC, Pune etc. for requirements. These courses will train you accordingly.

Hi Satya,
There are two reputed institutes in Lucknow that train aspiring actors:
1. Zee Institute of Creative Art
2. Bhartendu Academy of Dramatic Arts
You can opt for any of the above. They both are great institutes for honing your skills as an actor.