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Shekhar Suman Launches SSFA Acting Academy in Mumbai, Shares Vision

Veteran actor Shekhar Suman has launched the SSFA acting academy in Mumbai to train aspiring actors. He shared that the idea came from his desire to give back his experience and hard work. The academy will focus on practical training rather than theory-based teaching. Suman plans to start with a small batch of 15 students to ensure proper attention.

Key Points: Shekhar Suman Launches SSFA Acting Academy in Mumbai

  • SSFA acting academy launched in Mumbai
  • Focus on practical training, not theory
  • Inspired by his father
  • Starts with batch of 15 students
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"My way of giving back my experience, hard work": Shekhar Suman on launching SSFA acting academy for aspiring actors

Veteran actor Shekhar Suman launches SSFA acting academy in Mumbai, focusing on practical training. He shares his inspiration and vision for aspiring actors.

"For a long time, I had this thought of giving back my experience and hard work. - Shekhar Suman"

Mumbai, May 13

Veteran actor Shekhar Suman has launched the SSFA, a new acting institute in Mumbai aimed at training aspiring actors with practical industry skills.

Speaking to ANI on the launch of the academy, the 'Heeramandi' actor shared that the idea of starting the academy came from his desire to share his years of experience with young artists. He also said that he drew inspiration from his father while taking this step.

"For a long time, I had this thought of giving back my experience and hard work. I am inspired by my father, and that is why I am doing this," said Suman.

"One has to carry all responsibilities together. You need to introspect and ask yourself why you want to become an actor. Do you truly believe you can become an actor? Ask yourself this question honestly," he added.

"In today's time, an actor's biggest strength is their language, and unfortunately, the language has deteriorated. Even proper knowledge of Hindi is lacking," he further said.

Sharing details about the training process at SSFA, Suman said the academy will focus more on practical learning rather than theory-based teaching.

"In our academy, the focus will be on practical training, because just like one cannot learn swimming or driving only by reading, acting is also a practical skill," he said.

"The more such academies exist, the better. We are not in competition with anyone. I will teach in my own way and do my best, and those already teaching are also doing well," he added.

Suman also shared that he plans to begin with a small batch of students so that proper attention can be given to each learner."I do not want to take in too many students right now. I will start with 15 students."

Launched in April 2026, the Shekhar Suman Film Academy is a Mumbai-based acting institute that offers a three-month acting programme. The course focuses on voice training, camera performance, character building, and practical acting sessions, ending with a student film project.

- ANI

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Priya S
It's good that he's starting small with 15 students. Most acting schools in Mumbai are commercial mills just minting money from dreams. Shekhar Suman has been in the industry for decades, from 'Dekh Bhai Dekh' to 'Heeramandi'—he knows the craft. But honestly, will this really help against the nepotism in Bollywood? Still, kudos for trying. 🇮🇳
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Michael C
Interesting move by Shekhar Suman. I've seen many Indian actors start academies after their prime—some genuinely help, others just brand themselves. The three-month programme sounds intensive; ending with a student film is smart. But language training for Hindi? That's critical, especially with OTT platforms demanding versatility now. Let's see if the curriculum includes English as well for aspiring pan-India actors. 👏
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Nisha Z
"Acting is a practical skill just like swimming or driving"—absolutely right, sir! Barring a few exceptions like FTII, most Indian acting institutes lack hands-on training. At 15 students per batch, the teacher-student ratio is good. But the real test will be placements—does he have industry connections to launch these students? Otherwise it's just another diploma course. 🤔
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Jessica F
I admire the sincerity behind this initiative. Shekhar Suman's point about introspection—"why do you truly want to become an actor?"—is something every aspiring artist needs to confront. So many enter this field for fame, not passion. However, I worry that a three-month course is too short to develop true craft. Acting requires years of practice. Hope he offers advanced modules later! ✨
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Rajesh Q

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