Passion To Profession, What Do You Need?

you” -Oprah Winfrey

Many battles have been fought and won, by sheer passion. Many kingdoms have been
built, on sheer passion. From the Sparta to the present day dynasties, it is passion that
makes the world's greatest societies. It should be no different when it comes to the
careers of individuals. Because it is passion alone, that can bring true realization, and true

Today, we live in a world where it is more likely than ever, that we will be able to convert
our passion, into a lucrative, rewarding, and fulfilling career. Gone are the days when one
had to be a doctor, an engineer, or an IAS officer; a limited set of predetermined career
avenues. Today, if you have the burning passion, no matter what it is, you can make it
your career.

There are several examples in the Indian Film industry itself. Stories of rank outsiders
that have come in with no background, academic or social; and made it in Bollywood,
thanks to their stubborn passion, that never ever gives up. The industry's biggest icon
himself, as is well known, struggled through countless Films as a new Actor, before
he became the Big B as Amitabh Bachchan is known today. Even more recently, Saif
Ali Khan is another true example of a passionate Actor quietly pursuing his dreams,
unperturbed by many failures at the beginning of his career.

A passion then, requires two things for it to transform into a profession. One is the
courage of conviction, and the second, the support of a quality education. Having that
burning passion will take you far, no doubt, but at what cost? It may take years. But
supplement that passion with an education at a sought after Film academy – be it in
Writing, Cinematography, Acting or Directing; and you would have given your passion a
quantum leap into a potentially life-long and thriving career.

Today, a great Film education is accessible and available. It is a huge advantage that was
not present until recently. So to all those of you truly passionate & creative, let nothing
stop you from studying hard, and realizing all your dreams!

mastery of his passions” -Tennyson
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