Prasoon Joshi

Prasoon Joshi, a renowned lyricist and communications expert, has been appointed as the new chairman of Prasar Bharati, filling a crucial leadership gap. His extensive experience in advertising, cinema, and public communication is expected to bring fresh energy and a creative voice to the public broadcaster as it embraces digital transformation and evolving audience tastes.

Uttarakhand Utsav celebrated the state's 25th anniversary, bringing together leaders to discuss energy, AI, and cinema. Author Prasoon Joshi received the inaugural NBT Uttarakhand Ratna award. Key infrastructure projects, including new expressways and rail lines, were highlighted, alongside plans for ropeways to pilgrimage sites.

Veteran lyricist Sameer Anjaan has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Sarke Chunar, the song from the upcoming Kannada film KD: The Devil, and said that it is unfair to hold writers solely responsible for such content. However, he added that there is a difference between suggestive and deliberately vulgar content. Sameer also questioned the role of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and asked why the song was cleared in the first place.

The passing of legendary singer Asha Bhosle has left the music industry in deep mourning. As tributes pour in, music director Shamir Tandon opened up about his close bond with the icon, recalling her deeply emotional words from their last collaboration. He further shared a poignant memory linked to one of her final Hindi songs. Describing their personal bond, Tandon said, “Asha Tai has always been like a mother to me."

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away at 92, cherished a profound connection with music throughout her life. She expressed a deep desire to depart while singing, finding peace in her lifelong passion. Her final journey will be marked by state honours in Mumbai, a fitting tribute to an unparalleled artist.

The track 'Sarke Chunar' from the film 'KD: The Devil' has stirred up a storm, prompting a decisive ban from Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. While the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has made it clear that it did not certify the song, they maintained that their authority does not extend to digital content. Read the full article to know more in detail.

Tesseract – The Geometry of Truth, presented by The Times of India, stands out as a grand theatrical spectacle that seamlessly blends dance, music, theatre, illusion and artificial intelligence. Conceptualised by Meera Jain and directed by Shiamak Davar, the production explores humanity’s evolving quest for truth through a visually immersive narrative. Since its premiere, it has drawn widespread acclaim from prominent voices including Anil Kapoor and Taapsee Pannu, who praised its scale, innovation and artistic depth, describing it as a rare, thought-provoking and visually stunning theatrical experience.

During the DNPA Conclave 2026, CBFC Chairman Prasoon Joshi highlighted a crucial point: AI transcends mere technology; it is a profound extension of human experience, shaped by our own data. He warned against the temptation to overlook its capacity to transform media engagement through hyper-personalization and targeted moment marketing.

Prasoon Joshi, CBFC Chairman, discussed his creative process and the challenges of his role at the DNPA Conclave 2025. He emphasized fostering dialogue over debate to navigate film discussions and releases in the current social media-driven era. The conclave also explored AI's impact on news, regulatory challenges, and building trust in digital media.

Shreya Ghoshal paid a heartfelt tribute to Lata Mangeshkar with her concert 'Letters To Lata Didi'. She performed over 50 songs, sharing personal anecdotes and memories, creating an intimate musical experience. The evening celebrated Mangeshkar's immense legacy, leaving the audience deeply moved.

The multifaceted Prasoon Joshi was in the city recently to discuss a gamut of arenas.

Kamal Haasan has roped in well-acclaimed B-town's lyricist Prasoon Joshi

On the occasion of India’s 66th Republic Day, Prasoon Joshi has been selected as one of the chosen few to receive the highly respectable Padma Shri Award for his distinguished contribution towards the field of Poetry, Cinema and Communication over the years.

Prasoon Joshi is certainly not a man of few words. The writer of the some of the most popular Bollywood lyrics in the recent past, Prasoon just prefers to let his work do the talking.

Recently, the film fraternity and Bollywood fans stood up for Sunny Leone after she graciously sat through a derogatory TV interview where a journalist fired questions related to her past. Aamir Khan, too, extended his support towards the actress.

Sunny Leone received enormous support from the film fraternity for sitting graciously through an 'insensitive' interview by a news channel.

Lyricist Prasoon Joshi, who has been applauded for the narrative structure and screenplay for 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag', has been requested to write a song for the Uttarakhand flood victims

Prasoon Joshi, the well-known lyricist and head of the CBFC, was a special guest at a panel hosted by the Motion Picture Association. This event, held in collaboration with FICCI at the AI Impact Summit 2026, provided a platform for him to share his insights on the evolving landscape of media and technology.

We increasingly hear about the decline in the quality of lyrics in the film songs, but there's one name that defies this trend and stands apart.

Prasoon Joshi was recently in Delhi to attend a session of Jashn-e-Rekhta, a festival that celebrates Urdu.

Apart from the stalwart writers, poets and diplomats, the organisers of Jaipur Literature Festival also gave a chance to the budding talents of Jaipur especially from the face in the crowd' by offering them a microphone and a stage to perform on Sunday evening.

The most memorable songs of Prasoon Joshi.

Aamir Khan doesn’t like multitasking.

National-award winning lyricist, screenwriter and adman Prasoon Joshi is penning the anthem for the forthcoming Indian Badminton League (IBL).

After finishing off his commitment at the Delhi Poetry Festival on Sunday, Prasoon Joshi made his way to Amar Singh’s residence where a dinner was being hosted for Orlando Bloom.

Kannada actor-director Rishab Shetty will feature as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the historical drama 'The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj' directed by Sandeep Singh. Lyricist Prasoon Joshi and music composer Pritam are collaborating for the first time on this project, set for a global release on January 21, 2027. Shetty expresses his excitement for the significant role.