Lead Series Regular Role – International Drama Series
An international television series inspired by Jhumpa Lahiri’s “Unaccustomed Earth” is now casting a lead actor for a pivotal series regular role. This coming-of-age story bridges continents and cultures and calls for a charismatic, thoughtful performer to bring depth and authenticity to a layered character.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray “Kaushik,” a smart, athletic, and emotionally rich 16-year-old character written as Bengali
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Deliver an expressive and grounded performance across an international storyline from Boston to Mumbai
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Participate in scenes requiring intimacy and strong emotional range
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Collaborate with a global creative team in an English-language series
Requirements
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Must appear as a screen age of 16
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Must be fluent in English
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Must be at least 18 years old by May 2025
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Must hold a valid passport through 2027
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Must be available for international filming
Compensation
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Paid lead role (series regular, details provided upon selection)
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for scene work
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Actors for International Docu-Drama Roles
Job Description
An international docu-drama production is casting English-speaking actors based in Kolkata for a variety of roles. This project is seeking diverse talent to portray realistic and character-driven roles, ranging from authority figures to everyday individuals. This is a great opportunity for actors looking to gain experience in a globally focused production.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray assigned characters in scripted docu-drama scenes
- Follow direction from the production team
- Deliver natural and believable performances on camera
- Be available for scheduled shoot days and callbacks
Requirements
- Must be based in Kolkata and available locally
- English-speaking ability required
- Open to a variety of roles including:
- Men ages 40–50s for officer roles
- Men in their 20s for soldier roles (lean build)
- Women in their 20s for student roles (lean build)
- Women in their 40s for principal roles
- Men of larger build for shop owner roles
- Older adults for elderly roles (Bengali-speaking preferred)
- Children ages 4–11
- International actors for select roles (British accent or European background)
- Ability to follow direction and perform naturally on camera
Compensation
- Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)
- 1–3 days of filming per role