Kolkata, May 16th, 2025:
MAAC CRU (Chowringhee, Rashbehari, Ultadanga), a premier institute and pioneer in high-end 3D Animation, VFX, Gaming, and Multimedia training for over 25 years, is delighted to announce the successful conclusion of the ‘MAAC CRU Creative Carnival 2025’, held at Uttam Manch, Kolkata.
This vibrant carnival featured three key segments:
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“Dronacharya Speaks” – an Industry Connect Seminar
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“Legends of MAAC” – MAAC CRU Alumni Meet
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“Prayas” – the Annual Cultural Fest
The event was filled with new learnings, felicitations, music, dance, and a celebratory atmosphere, leaving a lasting impression on attendees. It not only showcased the immense talent nurtured by MAAC CRU but also introduced them to the rapidly growing AVGC (Animation, VFX, Gaming & Comics) industry.
The Industry Connect segment, “Dronacharya Speaks – Where Wisdom Meets Aspiration”, brought together luminaries and dignitaries from the field. The keynote speaker, Mr. Anirbandeep Dutta, Creative Director & Founder of Pixel & Ratio, was joined by distinguished experts such as Mr. Somneel Saha, Founder & CEO of Createon Games; Mr. Prateek Ghosh, CGI Asset Head/Production at Digitoonz; and Mr. Chandan Mukherjee, Creative Head at Four Colors. They shared invaluable experiences, insights, and technical knowledge, fostering an enlightening exchange among AVGC students.
Over 80 MAAC CRU alumni from Kolkata (with some joining online from across the globe) were recognized as “Legends of MAAC” and honored for their remarkable achievements. These alumni have secured positions in leading studios and companies such as Redefine, Red Chillies, DNEG, HCL Technologies, NY VFXWalla, PwC, Amazon, Cimpress, ILM, Rockstar Games, and many more. Alumni from the Chowringhee, Rashbehari, and Ultadanga centres returned to their alma mater to share their inspiring journeys from students to industry professionals, offering valuable insights into the specific skills required in the industry.
More than 500 students participated in the “Prayas Creative Hunt” competition, showcasing their talents in a spectacular display of creativity. The MAAC Creative Carnival culminated in a grand finale featuring over 12 breathtaking performances, including mesmerizing fashion shows by students of Lakme Academy Rashbehari & Nagerbazar, electrifying dance-offs, and soul-stirring performances by the CRU Band. Each act stood as a testament to the boundless creativity fostered at MAAC CRU.
Mr. Naveen Choudhary, Centre Director of MAAC Kolkata, said,
“The MAAC CRU Creative Carnival was a resounding success, providing aspirants with a comprehensive understanding of the growing AVGC industry. The ‘Dronacharya Speaks’ segment offered valuable networking opportunities and real talk for young individuals aspiring to enter Animation, VFX, Gaming, AI, and Comics industries. Heartfelt congratulations to our talented alumni—their achievements underscore how MAAC CRU (Chowringhee, Rashbehari, Ultadanga) Kolkata has played a pivotal role in nurturing their skills and guiding them toward success. We are also incredibly proud of all our students who showcased their creativity and talent, setting the stage with unlimited entertainment. The Carnival celebrates the spirit of creativity, and we invite young aspirants to visit our centres to explore and unleash their creative potential for a successful career and life.”
Ms. Naina Choudhary, Centre Director, Lakme Academy, added,
“At Lakme Academy Rashbehari and Nagerbazar, we groom and shape beautiful minds with beginner to advanced Beauty & Wellness courses, including Hair, Skin, Makeup, and Cosmetology programs. We beautify the future of our students.”
The event was also graced by the presence of Mr. Amit Dua – National Sales Head, MAAC – Aptech Ltd; Mr. Pradeep Sawant – National Academic Head, MAAC – Aptech Ltd; Ms. Mala Halder – National Industry Connect, Aptech Ltd; along with Mr. Sougatamitra, Mr. Somnath Bhattacharya, Mr. Shaubhik Sen, and Ms. Puja Howladar.
Through its top-notch curriculum and comprehensive skill set development—including technical expertise, industry knowledge, creativity, teamwork, time management, resilience, and personality development—MAAC CRU (Chowringhee, Rashbehari, Ultadanga) consistently hones students’ abilities across various facets of the digital content creation industry, such as 3D Animation, VFX, Gaming, Multimedia, Broadcast, and Gen AI.
MAAC CRU students are successfully placed in all domains of the digital content creation industry in India and overseas. With our job-ready courses, students have secured positions in leading production houses and studios such as Prime Focus, Accenture, DQ Entertainment, Green Gold Animation, NDTV, IBN7, and many others.
