Introducing ‘ANT CAMP’
A 15 day intensive workshop aimed at molding talents to become high value assets in the Model and Acting industry. Phase 1 begins with the first round of registration, followed by an in-depth interview process by the founders, Anita Nayyar and Kulvinder Bakshish, only a small number of students will be picked based on their ability, potential and talent.
ANT CAMP and its speakers will be opening the doors to its students to allow for entry into the industries with full support from the Founding Team.
Attendees will be equipped with all necessary assets to ensure success in the theatrical world they choose to walk. Attendees will be given a full portfolio, headshots, monologue sequences and stunt sequences — adding to the mental and physical programs building each student to become the true potential hidden within themselves, each unique key will be found and molded to ensure full access to their outcomes.
KEY MENTORS
ANITA NAYYAR
Anita Nayyar is a Dubai-born Indian-Russian supermodel, entrepreneur, and founder of ANT Management, a premier modeling and talent agency in the UAE. With a modeling career that began at the age of nine, Anita has worked with world-renowned fashion houses including Oscar de la Renta, Christian Siriano, Badgley Mischka, Michael Costello, Brunello Cucinelli, and Stella McCartney.
In 2022, she launched ANT Management with a vision to redefine talent representation in the region. Drawing from her experience both in front of the camera and behind the scenes, Anita built an agency that offers a full suite of services across modeling, photography, styling, content creation, and production. In addition to her work in fashion and talent management, Anita is also pursuing acting, expanding her creative reach into film and performance. Anita plans to redefine the Model and Acting industry through constant adaptation and learning.
Kulvinder Bakshish
Kulvinder Bakshish is a multifaceted artist whose journey from the heartland of Gwalior to the forefront of Indian theatre and cinema is a testament to his versatility and dedication. Kulvinder's commitment to his craft led him to London, where he studied under British actor Michael Caine. Specializing also as a dialect coach, Bakshish has worked with prominent Bollywood actors, including Sushant Singh Rajput," and Aamir Khan on "Laal Singh Chaddha." His expertise was instrumental in helping Khan authentically portray a Sikh character, focusing on the soft Punjabi accent of rural Jalandhar
Beyond his professional achievements, Bakshish is known for his philosophical outlook on life and art. He believes in the importance of inner silence and mindfulness in acting, stating, "When everything is quiet, the sound of existence can only be heard after all sounds are muted"
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Jacqueline Fernandez
Jacqueline Fernandez is a Sri Lankan actress from Manama, Bahrain and was raised in a multi-ethnic family. Jacqueline's father Elroy Fernandez is from Sri Lanka (Sinhalese - Catholic) and her mother Kim is Malaysian. She has two brothers and an older sister. Her parents moved to Bahrain in 1980s due to the Sri Lankan civil unrest and hence she was born and raised in Bahrain.
After her schooling in Bahrain, she was awarded a Scholarship to study at the University of Sydney, where she pursued a degree in Media and Communications in Sydney, Australia. Having a passion for cultures and languages she also joined the Berlitz school of languages, where she learned to speak Spanish and improve her French and Arabic.
Rajpal Yadav
Rajpal Yadav was born in Shahjahanpur to Mr. Naurang Yadav and Mrs. Godavari Yadav. He is an Indian actor, comedian, writer, music producer, film producer and director who works in the Bollywood & Hollywood industry. He is known for working in films like Hungama (2003), Taarzan: The Wonder Car (2004), Phir Hera Pheri (2006), Khatta Meetha (2010), Ata Pata Lapatta (2012), Coolie No. 1 (2020) etc. He is married to Radha Yadav, a film producer, since June 10, 2003 with whom he has two daughters, Moni & Honey. He is also one of the greatest comedians in India.
Zakir Hussain
Zakir Hussain was born in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. He is an Indian actor who learnt acting from the National School of Drama and works in Bollywood films, television shows, and web series. He is mainly known for his comic & negative roles. He is known for films like Sarkar (2005), Johnny Gaddaar (2007), Singham Returns (2014), Andhadhun (2018) etc. He is married to Sarita Hussain since 1994.
Amanda Fields
Amanda Fields is an international model who is best known for her success strutting her stuff on Project Runway Season 3. Appearing on America's Next Top Model as a special guest, walking the runway on Hell's Kitchen, appearing as a model on The Bold and the Beautiful, being a fashionable ballerina on Glee, being interviewed on E!'s Fashion Police by Joan Rivers and guest starring on NBC's Undateable Live, she has become a full fledged TV Personality. Walking the biggest runways in the world for top designers like Roberto Cavalli, Badgley Mischka, Monique Lhuillier, Louis Vuitton, Armani and even Porsche Design, she is a runway and fashion expert. She has appeared alongside top Oscar winning actors in “La La Land” and “A Star is Born”. When Amanda appeared on Oxygen TV's Hair Battle Spectacular, she was featured on a giant billboard in New York City's famous Times Square.
ERROL ISIP
Currently based in Los Angeles, California, Errol Isip is an Event Producer, Casting Director, Model Coach and Fashion Show Choreographer.
With over 18 years of expertise, Errol is part of the elite when it comes to luxury events management and Fashion Show industry. He had set his sights on becoming a doctor at first, but a chance encounter with Philippines' premier fashion show director Robby Carmona during a TV commercial shoot in the late 1990's made Errol realize his potential in events production. After a few years under Carmona's mentorship, Errol founded The Velvet Rope Model Management in 2001 and became one of the Philippines' youngest talent managers at the time, representing the country's A-list fashion models and TV personalities. He established himself as a promising events director when an opportunity to produce shows overseas came his way.
Angelina harron
EMG Models is a fast-growing independent full-service agency that offers a dynamic personal approach to its clients in New York and Los Angeles. Founded in 2010, their international team of scouts, managers, and agents uses their extensive experience and expertise to aim and deliver high level and cost-effective results. Their keen eyes for tomorrow’s rising stars have resulted in an exceptional reputation within the fashion and entertainment industry worldwide.
EMG believes in managing each talent as individuals and human beings. While understanding the uniqueness of each story, the agency plans each talent's career for the future and aims to maximize their potential. At EMG this is done by creating a positive environment based on well-being and mutual respect.
Peyman Amin
Peyman Amin who is known as a juror of "Germanys Next Top Model" and the host of "Model WG", most importantly has worked many years as the director of the advertising division of IMG Models Paris, representing high calibers, such as Heidi Klum, Gisele Bündchen and Naomi Campbell.
PARS Management is based in Munich, but its aim is not only to build up national careers but also international strategy plans. The PARS Management team not only has top contacts with customers in the German speaking countries, but also excellent contacts with international leading model agencies all around the world. Therefore an individually tailored and optimized global management, which targets a long term career planning, is warranted.
Elvira Jain
Elvira Jain is a Dubai-based supermodel and businesswoman. Arriving at the peak of Dubai’s golden age of fashion, Jain rose to fame in the late 2010s as part of Dubai's growing couture fashion culture. Her iconic collaborations with Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Armani, Phillip Plein, Lacoste, Van Cleef & Arpels, Charlotte Tilbury, regional talents such as Zuhair Murad and AMATO Couture brought her to fashion icon status. She is known for her commercial yet eccentric beauty, and being a favourite amongst local and international designers, from couture to commercial brands. She has been featured in top international magazines such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, L’Officiel, Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, Esquire, to name just a few. She also strutted the runway of international fashion weeks in India, China and the United Arab Emirates.
