Master Classes
Time: 04:30 pm to 06:00 pm
16th April ’26

Sindhu Sreenivasa Murthy
Acclaimed actor, director, and theatre artist. From the stage to the breakout success of Achar & Co, she is a leading voice in the new wave of Kannada filmmaking.
Topic – “Translating Stage Instincts into Screen Writing “
17th April ’26

Babu Hirannaiah
A noted theatre artist from the legendary Hirannaiah theatre family, carrying forward its rich stage legacy. He actively contributes to Kannada theatre through performances and cultural initiatives.
Topic: “Dialogue as a Masterstroke: The Legacy of Spoken Theatre”
18th April ’26

Pawan Kumar
A filmmaker rooted in theatre, known for redefining storytelling in contemporary cinema. From stage to screen, his work reflects bold narratives and a distinct directorial vision.
Topic: “From intimate performance to powerful frames”
19th April ’26

Balaji Manohar
Theatre practitioner, cinematographer and filmmaker; NYU Tisch graduate and award-winning cinematographer, with extensive experience as a theatre actor and director since 1999.
Topic: “Exploring and Performing the subtext”
PURVAKARA AUDITORIUM
Suchitra Cinema and Cultural Academy