An actor is a person who performs in front of an audience typically in theatres, films, on television, or any other forms of entertainment. Actors use their voices, body and emotions to bring a character to life as well as tell a story. They may also perform in musicals, operas or other live productions. Some actors also work as voice-over artists providing the voices for animated characters or commercials. 

In general, the goal of an actor is to connect with the audience and convey a message or emotion through their performance. There are institutions specifically dedicated to teaching acting and often offer drama, theatre or performing arts programs. Moreover, many successful actors continue to take classes and workshops throughout their careers to stay sharp and evolve their skills.

For Bachelor’s

• The applicant may submit an application for a bachelor's degree in drama, theatre arts, acting or performing arts from a reputed university or college.
• Aspirants can apply for Bachelor of Acting Film & Television, B.Sc in Cinema and Diploma in Acting, B.Sc in Cinema and Diploma in Acting.

For Masters

After completing bachelor’s degree, the seekers can apply for post graduation in the MFA in Drama, M.Sc in Cinema or PG Diploma in Acting.

There are a variety of job roles that an actor can take on including:

• Film Actors
• TV Actors
• Stage Actors
• Voiceover or Narration Actor
• Acting/ Drama Teacher

Employment Sector Jobs

Actors can work in several employment sectors including:

• Motion Pictures
• Television Industry
• Video Industry
• Theatre Companies
• Stage Shows
• Plays
• Advertisements

Here are a few of the top agencies that seek out actors:

• T-Series
• Yash Raj Films
• Viacom 18 Motion Pictures
• Vishesh Films
• Aamir Khan Productions
• UTV Motion Pictures
• Trimurti Films
• Reliance Big Entertainment
• R.K. Films
• Rajshri Productions
• PVR Pictures

The salary of an actor can vary and is widely based on several factors including expertise in the field of acting, training period, education and so on. 

Actors need a variety of skills to be successful in their careers, including:

• Acting technique
• Voice and speech
• Attractive Personality
• Memorization Power
• Emotional Intelligence
• Communication skills
• Networking
• Adaptability

The scope of actors is broad as they can work in various entertainment industries including theatre, film, television, commercial and voice-over artists. Additionally, actors can also work in the education and training field by providing acting classes or workshops. As technology continues to evolve the scope of actors may also expand by including new forms of digital media and online content. Actors may also have opportunities to work in virtual and augmented reality, creating new and innovative experiences for audiences. Overall, the scope of actors is constantly evolving and offering opportunities for creative expression, personal growth and professional success. However, like any other entertainment industry, it can be highly competitive and actors need to be prepared to work hard and continually upscaling their skills to succeed.

Being an actor can bring many benefits, including:

• Creative expression
• Personal growth
• Financial rewards
• Recognition and fame
• Opportunities for travel
• Collaboration with other artists

An actor faces a variety of challenges and drawbacks such as:

• Unpredictable income
• Competition
• Rejection
• Long hours and demanding schedules
• Time away from family and friends
• Physical and emotional demands