Acting With My Son Gandhi — Play, Presence & Truth on Camera
Focus: acting with my son Gandhi, father–son acting, acting with kids, acting in Bangkok

There’s a special kind of truth that appears when you act with a child: they don’t perform, they play. In this video I step on camera with my son, Gandhi, to explore how play and presence turn simple moments into honest performance.

Why acting with a child unlocks honest performance


Children live moment to moment. Ask for “sad,” they don’t fake a tear—they feel one, then bounce back. That’s the craft: presence, breath, and listening. As Meisner reminds us, acting is truthful behavior under imaginary circumstances—and kids are naturals at truthful behavior.


What we did in this session

- Warm-ups that invite laughter: loosen the jaw, hum, and shake out the body so breath leads the scene.


- Role-switch improv: Gandhi directs Papa; I take his notes (yes, he’s blunt—and right).


- Listening games: say a line, let the eyes finish the thought before the next breath.

Try this at home (micro-drills)

- Two-Word Scene: choose two words (e.g., “stay” / “please”). Say them three times with a new subtext each time—hope, guilt, joy.


- Eye-Line Echo: speak the line, then don’t speak—let your eyes carry the final beat before you move.


- Oops Celebration: when either of you “mess up,” cheer. Remove fear; curiosity comes in.

What acting with my son taught me


Presence over polish. When I stopped trying to “be impressive” and started playing, the scene breathed. Honest response replaced effort—and that’s what the camera believes.


For parents, actors, and coaches


Use this father-son framework to reconnect with your craft: warm-up, one simple objective, one clear obstacle, and a playful reset when nerves spike. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s connection.


Continue your training (Bangkok & Online)

- Start here: Fundamentals of Acting


- Camera-focused: Acting for Film Course


- Plan your path: Free 30-Minute Consultation


- Exercises & checklists: 15-Step Guide (ebook)

FAQ: Acting with kids (and keeping it fun)


How do I keep a child engaged during a scene?


Rotate fast: 3–5 minute games, then a new task. Reward curiosity, not “perfect lines.”


What if they won’t follow direction?


Let them direct you for one take. Mirror their idea, then offer a “your version / my version” trade.


Is it different on camera vs. stage?


On camera: smaller moves, sharper eye-line, slower breath. Stage: bigger bodies, clearer buttons, stronger vocal placement.

Final thought


Acting with Gandhi reminded me: the bravest choice is often the simplest—listen, play, and let the truth arrive on its own timeline.

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