India: Bollywood

Cities: Delhi, Agra, Mumbai, Pune
Duration: 16 days
Area of Study: Visual, Studio & Performing Arts

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Program Includes

  • 14 Nights of Accommodation
    • 2-6 people per room for participants, each with their own bed and ensuite bathroom
    • Single for faculty/program leader with ensuite bathroom
    • Free wifi and daily continental breakfast
  • All Ground Transportation 
  • Welcome & Farewell Dinners and one Lunch 
  • Historical & Cultural Walking Tours
  • Full Time On Site Program Director Available 24/7 in case of Emergencies 
  • 24/7 On-Ground Emergency Support
  • Tips & Gratuities
  • Domestic Flight

Program Highlights

  • Orientation Session on the Indian Film Industry
  • Visit the National Museum of Indian Cinema
  • A Group Discussion on the Evolution of Indian Cinema. Workshop at a Local Film Institute
  • Visit Akshardham for Cultural Immersion
  • Screening of a Classic Bollywood Film
  • Visit the Taj Mahal and Explore Fatehpur Sikri 
  • Visit the Whistling Woods International Institute
  • Attend Film Classes and Interact with Students. Visit Film City for a Studio Tour
  • Workshop on Scriptwriting and Storytelling 
  • Visit Gateway of India and Marine Drive for a Cultural Tour
  • Visit a Film Set to Observe Live Shooting
  • Workshop on Film Direction
  • Group activity to Review and Critique Films
  • Attend Film Classes at FTII
  • Workshop on Film Editing and Post Production
  • Attend a Workshop on Documentary Filmmaking
  • Collaborative Film Project with FTII Students 
  • Screening of the Collaborative Film Project and Discussion

Program Itinerary

day 1 / DEPARTURE

Depart Home for Delhi, India

day 2 / DELHI

Arrive in Delhi, India 

Airport Transfer 

On-Ground Briefing

Orientation Walking Tour - The group will become oriented with their neighborhood, the public transportation systems, nearby pharmacies, markets, ATMs, etc. Additionally, an in-depth safety briefing will be provided for what to do incase of an emergency. 

Welcome Dinner - The group will be taken for an authentic dinner with a wide variety of menu options to cater all diets. 

day 3 / DELHI

Breakfast & Day Briefing 

Orientation Session on the Indian Film Industry

Lunch Break (not included)

Visit the National Museum of Indian Cinema

A Group Discussion on the Evolution of Indian Cinema

Dinner (not included)

day 4 / DELHI

Breakfast & Day Briefing 

Workshop at a Local Film Institute (sitting in on Film Classes)

Lunch Break (not included)

Visit Akshardham for Cultural Immersion

Evening Screening of a Classic Bollywood Film

Dinner (not included)

day 5 / DELHI/AGRA

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Train to Agra (approx.4h)

Check-In & Relax 

Lunch Break (included)

Visit the Taj Mahal and Explore Fatehpur Sikri - Understanding the historical and cultural significance of iconic Indian landmarks.

Dinner (not included)

day 6 / AGRA/MUMBAI

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Transfer to Delhi Airport and Fly to Mumbai

Check-In at the Hotel & Refresh

Orientation Walking Tour - The group will become oriented with their neighborhood, the public transportation systems, nearby pharmacies, markets, ATMs, etc. Additionally, an in-depth safety briefing will be provided for what to do incase of an emergency. 

Dinner (not included)

day 7 / MUMBAI

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Visit the Whistling Woods International Institute

Lunch Break (not included)

Attend Film Classes and Interact with Students - Understanding film education and networking with future filmmakers.

Explore Local Markets

Dinner (not included)

day 8 / MUMBAI

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Visit Film City for a Studio Tour

Lunch Break (not included)

Attend a Filmmaking Workshop 

Evening Discussion with a Bollywood Director or Actor

Dinner (not included)

day 9 / MUMBAI

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Workshop on Scriptwriting and Storytelling 

Lunch Break (not included)

Visit Gateway of India and Marine Drive for a Cultural Tour

Evening Screening of a Contemporary Bollywood Film

Dinner (not included)

day 10 / MUMBAI

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Visit a Film Set to Observe Live Shooting

Lunch Break (not included)

Workshop on Film Direction

Evening Group Activity to Review and Critique Films

Dinner (not included)

day 11 / MUMBAI/PUNE

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Train Transfer to Pune (approx.3h30)

Check-In at the Hotel & Refresh

Lunch Break (not included)

Visit FTII (Film and Television Institute of India) for an Introductory Session

Dinner (not included)

day 12 / PUNE

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Attend Film Classes at FTII

Lunch Break (not included)

Workshop on Film Editing and Post Production

Evening Screening of Student Films

Dinner (not included)

day 13 / PUNE

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Visit Historical Sites of the City

Lunch Break (not included)

Attend a Workshop on Documentary Filmmaking

Evening, Explore Local Cultural Spots

Dinner (not included)

day 14 / PUNE

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Visit Historical Sites of the City

Lunch Break (not included)

Attend a Workshop on Documentary Filmmaking

Evening, Explore Local Cultural Spots

Dinner (not included)

day 15 / PUNE

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Collaborative Film Project with FTII Students (TBD)

Lunch Break (not included)

Final Edits and Preparation for Screening

Screening of the Collaborative Film Project and Discussion

Farewell Dinner & Program Closing

day 16 / RETURN

Breakfast & Day Briefing

Travel Back to Mumbai

Lunch Break (not included)

Reflection Session and Final Shopping

Depart Mumbai, India for Home

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