Prasoon Joshi Birthday: 8 Thoughtful Quotes By The Padma Shri Awardee

Born on September 16, 1971, Prasoon Joshi is an accomplished Indian lyricist, screenwriter, and advertising copywriter. He is a highly productive writer and poet, with his debut book "Main aur Woh" hitting the shelves at the age of 17.

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He received consecutive Filmfare Best Lyricist Awards in 2007 and 2008. He is also recognized as a columnist and a respected speaker. Currently, he holds the position of Chairperson at the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Here are some quotes by Joshi, featured in his books.

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"Our job is to soak ourselves in the information and then process it to bring it out in a creative way that connects to the whole world"

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"Writing lyrics hasn't been, and is not, my profession; It's a passion"

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"Any brand needs the right time and an atmosphere that is conducive to be successful."

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"A truly progressive society is one where any thought or creation can flourish for no other reason but its merit."

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"I sometimes deliberate whether, today, we listen to music for the love of it or simply as a memory device"

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"I am often asked what makes a beautiful song? What came first, the tunes or the words? For me, a soulful song is one where there is no overt competition between the music and the lyrics- one that is just a beautiful blend"

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"A belief that creates distance from fellow humans is ultimately counterproductive."

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"We have to ensure that the uniqueness of our culture and its ethos is not compromised but leveraged."

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