Chaya Unnikrishnan (DNA; January 31, 2019)

Cine And Television Artistes Association (CINTAA) is organising its first ever festival, ActFest, which is only for the actors. This is in association with the 48 Hour Film Project. Touted as a high-profile event, it will feature industry stalwarts, international delegates and over a thousand aspiring actors and artistes. Workshops and a lecture series, covering aspects like voice culture, grooming, fashion, body language and stress management will also be conducted. A Hall Of Fame awards for actors will also be a part of the fest. Amit Behl, Senior, Joint Secretary, CINTAA says, “It is an endeavour to celebrate the actors, their art, journey, highs and lows, and let the world know of our zeal and commitment.”

We have learnt that Vicky Kaushal, who is flying high with the success of Uri: The Surgical Strike, and Sara Ali Khan, who made her film debut last year with Kedarnath, followed by Simmba will be a part of panel discussions at the event to be held on February 15 and 16 in Mumbai. Sushant Singh, general secretary CINTAA, says, “We are happy and grateful to Sara and Vicky, two talented performers from today’s generation, who will grace the ActFest with their presence. It means a lot to all of us in the field of performing arts, their support is also a big morale booster to the association.”