Bhavan's College MSEED and Reliance Animation Academy Partner for Creative Programs

MUMBAI — Bhavan's College MSEED (Management School of Events & Experience Design) has formalised a strategic agreement with Reliance Animation Studios Private Limited, operating through its education brand Reliance Animation Academy (RAA). The partnership aims to introduce a new suite of academic programs focused on animation, visual effects (VFX), gaming, and filmmaking at the Bhavan's MSEED campus in Mumbai.

The collaboration brings together MSEED's institutional association with Bhavan's College and the University of Mumbai alongside Reliance Animation Academy's expertise in creative disciplines. The initiative is designed to provide students with structured academic learning combined with practical exposure tailored to the media and entertainment sector.

The formalisation of the agreement took place in the presence of key leadership figures, including Jimmy Choudhary, Director of MSEED Private Limited; Joshua Newman, VP of Marketing & Partnerships at MSEED; Tejonidhi Bhandare, CEO of Reliance Animation Studios Private Limited; and Sandeep Shetty, Business Head of Reliance Animation Academy.

Under the terms of the agreement, the programs will be offered under the nomenclature 'Bhavan's MSEED – Animation, VFX & Filmmaking – Powered by Reliance Animation Academy'. The curriculum includes a proposed 3-year undergraduate B.Sc. in Graphics & Animation, a 24-month Diploma in Graphics, Animation & VFX, a 12-month Certificate Program in Graphics, Animation & VFX, and a 6-month Certificate Program in Graphics & Editing.

Regarding operational responsibilities, Reliance Animation Academy will contribute its curriculum, academic content, qualified faculty, and training expertise. Meanwhile, MSEED will oversee institutional coordination, academic approvals, admissions, academic frameworks, and program delivery in association with Bhavan's College.

As part of the initiative, specialised learning infrastructure will be developed at the MSEED campus. This environment will be equipped with industry-standard creative software and hardware intended for animation, VFX, graphic design, and filmmaking education.

Beginning in October 2026, MSEED and Reliance Animation Academy plan to execute joint outreach initiatives, including workshops and visits to coaching classes and educational institutions, to introduce prospective students to career pathways within the media and entertainment sector.

Jimmy Choudhary, Director, MSEED Private Limited, stated that the collaboration brings a specialised graphics and animation education ecosystem to the institution, aiming to equip students with technical skills and practical exposure.

Tejonidhi Bhandare, CEO, Reliance Animation Studios Private Limited, noted that the association provides students with access to relevant academic content and specialised infrastructure to prepare them for opportunities across the global media and entertainment industry.

"This strategic tie-up between Bhavan's College MSEED and Reliance Animation Academy highlights a growing trend of industry-academia partnerships in specialised creative sectors. By combining institutional academic frameworks with a studio's operational expertise and infrastructure, educational providers can better align training programs with current industry demands. For students entering the media, animation, and gaming sectors, access to standard creative software and practical methodologies is essential for building sustainable professional careers." — Dr. Shishir Gupta, Founder & CEO, StartupLanes