Film Making
Filmmaking or film production is the process by which a motion picture is produced. Filmmaking involves a number of complex and discrete stages, starting with an initial story, idea, or commission.
Film Editing
Film editing is both a creative and a technical part of the post-production process of filmmaking. The term is derived from the traditional process of working with film which increasingly involves the use of digital technology.
Acting
Acting is an activity in which a story is told by means of its enactment by an actor who adopts a character—in theatre, television, film, radio, or any other medium that makes use of the mimetic mode.
Cinematography
Cinematography (from Ancient Greek 'movement', and 'to write, draw, paint, etc.') is the art of motion picture (and more recently, electronic video camera) photography.
Photography
Photography is the art, application, and practice of creating images by recording light, either electronically by means of an image sensor, or chemically by means of a light-sensitive material such as photographic film.
OTT & TV Script Writing
An over-the-top (OTT) media service is a media service offered directly to viewers via the Internet. OTT bypasses cable, broadcast, and satellite television platforms: the types of companies that have traditionally acted as controllers or distributors of such content.
Jhumar
Jhumar or Jhoomar (also called Ghumbar in the Sandalbar area) is a traditional Punjabi dance in Pakistan.It is also popular in the Sandalbar areas of Punjab.The word "Jhumar" comes from Jhum/Jhoom, which means Swaying.
Bhangra
Bhangra is a type of traditional folk dance of Punjab area of the Indian subcontinent. It is done in the season of harvesting. According to Manuel (2001), bhangra is especially associated with the vernal Vaisakhi festival.
Dandiya
Raas or Dandiya Raas is the socio-religious folk dance originating from Indian state of Gujarat and popularly performed in the festival of Navaratri.The dance is performed in the Marwar region of Rajasthan too.
Giddha
Giddha is a popular folk dance of women in the Punjab region. The dance is often considered derived from the ancient dance known as the ring dance and is just as energetic as bhangra
Garbha
Garba is a form of Gujarati dance which originates from the state of Gujarat in India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit term Garbha. Many traditional garbas are performed around a centrally lit lamp or a picture or statue of the Goddess Shakti.
Malwai Giddha
Malwai Giddha is the folk dance of males of Malwa region of Punjab. This dance was originally performed by Babey (old men) and hence is also called Babeyan da Gidhha
Ghatka
Gatka is a form of martial art associated primarily with the Sikhs of the Punjab and other related ethnic groups, such as Hindkowans.It is a style of stick-fighting, with wooden sticks intended to simulate swords.
Dhamal
Dhamaal is a 2007 Indian Hindi-language comedy film directed by Indra Kumar and produced by Ashok Thakeria. The film stars Sanjay Dutt, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad warsi.
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ABOUT PFA
Welcome to the Punjabi Film Academy!
At the Punjabi Film Academy, we celebrate the vibrant and rich culture of Punjab through the art of filmmaking. Our academy is a haven for aspiring filmmakers, actors, writers, and technicians who are passionate about the magic of cinema and the power of storytelling.
Let's script the success story of Punjabi cinema together!
Join us at the Punjabi Film Academy, and embark on a transformative journey where creativity knows no bounds, and dreams come alive on the silver screen. Whether you aspire to be the next iconic director, a skilled actor, or a visionary writer, we have the resources and guidance to help you turn your passion into reality.
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Kanwaljit Singh Manawala
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