Anupam Kher has announced a new venture for his acting school, Actor Prepares. In an Instagram post, the veteran actor revealed that the institution, which has been a haven for students of the performing arts for more than 20 years, would now produce high-quality professional short films, YouTube series, and stage plays featuring its own students.
“#ActorPrepares, our acting school, has been the home of dreamers who dared to perform for more than 20 years,” Kher wrote, calling the event a “BIG ANNOUNCEMENT.”
In a career comprising over 540 films and earning several national and international honours, the actor pointed out that the new step in his journey is designed to “bridge training and opportunity” for young actors to explore.
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Anupam Kher sets a new chapter for Actor Prepares
Kher, in his Instagram post, revealed that Actor Prepares had always been committed to learning beyond the confines of traditional classrooms. “Real learning doesn’t stop in the classroom, it proceeds on the set and the stage,” he noted. Through this, the school will now be in charge of professional film productions featuring students’ talents and opening a new door for them to reach an international audience.
Every project will be “exhibited and advertised internationally, providing our actors with a genuine stage to act, to get noticed, and to flourish,” Kher added. Apart from this, actor Kher also expressed his gratitude to the acting community and his followers, saying, “A lot of love and support is necessary for us all to be successful.”
Introducing the first work of this endeavour
Kher revealed that the very first short film from Actor Prepares, “RIHA,” would premiere on their official YouTube channel, @actorprepares1, this Saturday. “Subscribe, set a reminder, and be part of this movement!” he told his followers, calling this step the beginning of “a new era” for the school and its students.
This act reflects his belief in nurturing acting talent and providing young artists with real-world exposure. He ended his note with, “To every aspiring actor out there, your journey begins here.”
About Anupam Kher
Anupam Kher, a pivotal and highly regarded figure in the Indian film industry, made his debut with Saaransh (1984), a performance that earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Actor. During his career spanning over forty years, he has received two National Film Awards and eight Filmfare Awards. He is best remembered for his roles in Ram Lakhan, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Special 26, and Uunchai.
Apart from films, Kher is also recognised for his work in drama and his contribution to education through Actor Prepares, which was established in 2005. His ongoing efforts to combine acting education with professional exposure stand as a testament to his enduring passion for the industry and his role in nurturing new talent.



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