New centre strengthens access to industry-oriented training in animation, VFX, gaming and digital content creation for learners in North Bengaluru

BENGALURU, April 9, 2026: Arena Animation, a training brand of Aptech Limited and a pioneer in animation, gaming, visual effects and digital media education, has inaugurated its new training centre in Devanahalli, Bengaluru. The launch expands the brand's presence in the city and brings creative education and training opportunities closer to learners in North Bengaluru and surrounding regions.

The new centre builds on Arena Animation's focus on providing industry-oriented learning across animation, visual effects, gaming, graphic design, digital content creation and multimedia technologies. Students at the centre will have access to modern tools, software and facilities designed to support practical learning and creative development.

The facility includes advanced technology and learning resources such as a dedicated chroma setup, gaming zone and other equipment aligned with the changing requirements of the creative and Media & Entertainment industries.

The launch comes as Bengaluru continues to develop as an important technology and creative hub, with growing opportunities across digital content, entertainment, gaming and related creative sectors. The Devanahalli centre aims to provide aspiring professionals in the region with access to structured training while helping them develop a combination of creative and technical skills.

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Shajan Samuel, Senior Vice President & National Sales Head, Arena Animation, said, "Beyond being an expansion, the launch of our new Arena Animation centre in Bengaluru serves as a gateway to boundless creativity for aspiring youth in the AVGC and content creation industry. Our commitment at Arena Animation lies in nurturing creative talent and enabling young professionals to pursue fulfilling careers in the creative economy. Through this new centre, Bengaluru's dynamic talent pool will have access to advanced education and resources, helping them transform their imagination into reality and become industry ready."

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Chethan R, Director, Arena Animation Devanahalli, said, "Over the years, the Indian VFX industry has evolved remarkably, transitioning from a support function to a creative force shaping stories on a global stage. Today, our artists continue to push creative and technical boundaries, delivering work that aligns with international standards across films, OTT, and advertising. Notably, a significant number of professionals in the VFX community have emerged from premier institutes such as Arena Animation. As AI and automation enhance efficiency within workflows, the true essence of VFX remains rooted in human creativity and storytelling. It is a pleasure to be part of this new launch, a space that will undoubtedly act as a springboard for the next generation of creators from this region."

The evolving AVGC ecosystem is creating opportunities across animation, visual effects, gaming, digital content and other creative disciplines. Alongside technical skills, professionals entering these fields increasingly require creativity, storytelling, problem solving and the ability to adapt to new production technologies.

The Devanahalli centre is part of Arena Animation's broader expansion across India. By establishing centres in emerging regions, the brand aims to make creative education and practical training more accessible to students and aspiring professionals.

New Centre Details

Arena Animation Devanahalli
2nd Floor, Trends Building, BB Road
Opposite D-Mart, Devanahalli
Bengaluru – 562110

For more information, visit: Arena Animation https://www.arena-multimedia.com/

About Arena Animation

Arena Animation is a training brand of Aptech Limited offering education and training in animation, visual effects, gaming, graphic design, digital content creation, multimedia and related creative technologies. The brand focuses on developing creative and technical skills through industry-oriented learning and practical exposure