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From Classroom Learning to Cinema: How Sai Adarsh Ravu Became Online Editor for Kaantha
Sai Adarsh Ravu
Kaantha Tamil movie
Dulquer Salmaan new film
Rana Daggubati Tamil film
Selvamani Selvaraj director
Annapurna College of Film and Media alumni
Online Editor Indian cinema
Post-production in Tamil cinema
Film editing careers in India
BA Filmmaking alumni success
Pranay Rupani
Nov 273 min read


Benefits of Attending a Film Acting School
Dreaming of the big screen? Want to nail that perfect take? Then film acting training is your best bet. It’s not just about talent. It’s about skill, technique, and confidence. Attending a film acting school can transform your passion into a career. Let me walk you through why this matters and how it can change your life. Why Choose Film Acting Training? Film acting is different from stage acting. The camera picks up every detail. Every blink, every twitch. You need to be pr
Pranay Rupani
Nov 253 min read


Achieving Success with a Film Degree
Dreaming of making it big in movies or media? You’re in the right place! A film degree can be your golden ticket. But how do you turn that piece of paper into a thriving career? Let’s dive in and break it down. Ready? Let’s go! Why Film Degree Advantages Matter You might wonder, “Why bother with a film degree?” Good question! The media world is buzzing with opportunities. But it’s also crowded. Standing out is key. That’s where the advantages of a film degree come in. Hands-
Pranay Rupani
Nov 203 min read


🎭 Bhamakalapam Selected for the Jagran Film Festival 2025! 🌟
We are delighted to announce that the graduation film Bhamakalapam, directed and written by Likhitha Krishna and created by the students of Annapurna College of Film and Media, has been officially selected for the Jagran Film Festival 2025, India’s largest travelling film festival dedicated to celebrating Good Cinema for Everyone.
Pranay Rupani
Oct 232 min read


🌊 Chayachitram Selected for the Jagran Film Festival 2025!
We are proud to share that the graduation film Chayachitram, made by the talented students of Annapurna College of Film and Media, has been officially selected for the Jagran Film Festival 2025 — India’s largest travelling film festival that celebrates “Good Cinema for Everyone.”
Pranay Rupani
Oct 222 min read


🌾 Under the Open Sky Selected for the Jagran Film Festival 2025!
We are proud to share that the graduation film Under the Open Sky, created by students of Annapurna College of Film and Media, has been officially selected for the Jagran Film Festival 2025, India’s largest travelling film festival.
Pranay Rupani
Oct 212 min read


🎧 The Ba**ds of Bollywood & Beyond: How Annapurna Alumna Vandana Ramakrishna is Redefining Sound in Cinema
Annapurna alumna Vandana Ramakrishna (MA Filmmaking 2018–2020) is making waves as a Location Sound Recordist in Netflix’s The Ba**ds of Bollywood*, proving that passion, precision, and training can make sound a powerful storytelling force.
Pranay Rupani
Sep 272 min read


ACFM Alumnus Sarang Sameer Pande Shines as Assistant Editor in Tehran
Annapurna College of Film and Media proudly celebrates the achievements of its alumnus, Sarang Sameer Pande, BA Hons. Direction + Editing, Batch 2020–2023, who recently contributed as Assistant Editor to the critically acclaimed film Tehran, which premiered on ZEE5 on 14th August.
Pranay Rupani
Aug 252 min read


Aishwarya Ladole: Crafting Immersive Soundscapes on Rana Naidu Season 2
Annapurna College of Film and Media proudly celebrates the accomplishments of its alumna, Aishwarya Ladole, MA Filmmaking Batch 2020-22, who recently worked as Assistant Production Sound Mixer on the highly acclaimed series Rana Naidu Season 2.
Sound is a vital element in filmmaking, especially in action-packed productions that demand precision, clarity, and creative finesse.
Pranay Rupani
Jul 102 min read


Bhamakalapam
Bhamakalapam is a heartfelt coming-of-age tale that celebrates courage, tradition, and the power of reclaiming forgotten voices.
The story begins with Bhumi, a spirited young girl in a village, captivated by a Tholubommalata puppet show recounting the legendary tale of Narakasura. While the crowd hails Krishna as the hero, Bhumi is moved by the bravery of Satyabhama, Krishna’s wife, who also fought in the battle.
Pranay Rupani
Jul 102 min read


Ubaal
Ubaal is a slice-of-life drama soaked in nostalgia, gentle humour, and emotional undercurrents. It’s less about what happens and more about what lingers—in a mother’s off-hand comment, a father’s stubborn optimism, and a son’s silent observations.
Nishant, 22, returns to his small-town home after two years in the city. The dusty train station, familiar chai stalls, and the aroma of fresh samosas stir a wave of memories—comforting yet distant.
Pranay Rupani
Jul 102 min read


Swapna Vala
Swapna Vala is a psychological journey through grief, memory, and healing. It explores how reconnecting with one’s most vulnerable self is often the first step toward transformation and acceptance.
Adya, a 28-year-old woman, finds herself lost in a dreamlike forest after a traumatic car accident involving her parents. The film opens in darkness—with only the sounds of rain, the crash, and faint hospital monitors guiding us. When Adya regains consciousness, she is alone in
Pranay Rupani
Jul 102 min read


Chayachitram
Chayachitram is a tender tale of memory, loss, love, and the innocent yearning of a child to know the face of the person he came from.
Pranay Rupani
Jun 262 min read


Under the Open Sky
Under the Open Sky is a heartwarming story of friendship, innocence, and the fragile emotions of early adolescence. Set in a small town, the film follows the deep bond between two 14-year-old boys, Surya and Sai, who spend their days together—running through fields, playing games, and going to school. Their friendship is full of laughter, mischief, and shared secrets.
Pranay Rupani
Jun 262 min read


Chanchal Enterprises
Chanchal Enterprises is a raw and deeply human tale of survival, where the stakes aren’t just about making ends meet but holding a family together. It’s the story of a young man who, in the face of chaos, builds his own kind of heroism, not with powers, but with persistence.
Pranay Rupani
Jun 262 min read


Beyond the Binaries: Vandana Ramkrishna and the Power of Sound in Storytelling 🎧🎬
When stories strive to move hearts, challenge norms, and reflect the unspoken, it is not just the visuals or dialogue that leave an impact—it is also the sound. And behind some of the most powerful sonic landscapes in Indian cinema and streaming content today stands Vandana Ramkrishna, a gifted Production Sound Mixer and proud alumna of the MA Filmmaking Class of 2018–2020 from Annapurna College of Film and Media.
Pranay Rupani
Jun 242 min read


🎬 Alumni Spotlight: Sriya Pathaneni’s Inspiring Journey in Sound Recording 🎧
Sriya Pathaneni, a graduate of the MA Filmmaking Class of 2020–2022
Sriya’s journey reflects the commitment, training, and creative rigour that our students experience during their time at the college. Her recent professional accomplishments include working as an Assistant Sound Recordist on two major Hindi film productions in 2024 — both high-profile, big-banner releases that have captured audience and industry attention alike.
Pranay Rupani
Jun 242 min read


Alumni Spotlight: Sai Adarsh Ravu & Surya Pavan Kumar – Film Editing for Devika and Danny
At Annapurna College of Film and Media, we take great pride in the accomplishments of our alumni, who consistently make significant strides in the film and media industry. Today, we highlight the exceptional contributions of Sai Adarsh Ravu and Surya Pavan Kumar, two accomplished graduates of our BA program, whose expertise in film editing has helped shape the narrative of the Telugu romantic drama series, Devika and Danny. Available for streaming on Jio Hotstar
Pranay Rupani
Jun 113 min read


From Annapurna to Big Screen Laughs: Karthikeya Shines in "Mad Square"!
We are thrilled to spotlight our talented alumnus, Karthikeya, from the Certificate Course in Film Acting
Pranay Rupani
Apr 71 min read


Alumni Success Story: Aishwarya Ladole's Contribution to Netflix's "Dabba Cartel"
At Annapurna College of Film and Media, we take immense pride in the achievements of our alumni who continue to make significant strides...
Pranay Rupani
Mar 122 min read


Benefits of Attending a Film Acting School
Dreaming of the big screen? Want to nail that perfect take? Then film acting training is your best bet. It’s not just about talent. It’s about skill, technique, and confidence. Attending a film acting school can transform your passion into a career. Let me walk you through why this matters and how it can change your life. Why Choose Film Acting Training? Film acting is different from stage acting. The camera picks up every detail. Every blink, every twitch. You need to be pr
Pranay Rupani
Nov 253 min read


Achieving Success with a Film Degree
Dreaming of making it big in movies or media? You’re in the right place! A film degree can be your golden ticket. But how do you turn that piece of paper into a thriving career? Let’s dive in and break it down. Ready? Let’s go! Why Film Degree Advantages Matter You might wonder, “Why bother with a film degree?” Good question! The media world is buzzing with opportunities. But it’s also crowded. Standing out is key. That’s where the advantages of a film degree come in. Hands-
Pranay Rupani
Nov 203 min read


Film Studies: Cinema and So Much More
Steven Spielberg once said, “Only a generation of readers will spawn a generation of writers.” While every individual may have an idol,...
Gopi Krishna Pentapati
Jul 13, 20233 min read


Brainpicking : Sobhitha Dhulipala on getting into films
Ms. Sobhitha Dhulipala speaks about ‘Acting, Modelling, Linguistic Diversity, Empathy, Human Behaviour and Belongingness’ During a...
Annapurna College of Film and Media Writer
Jul 13, 20234 min read
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