Swanand Kirkire
Writer Actor Singer
Swanand Kirkire is an Indian writer, actor and singer. He was born on 29 April 1972 in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
Akshay Kumar's alien thriller 'Samuk' wraps UK shoot
The upcoming sci-fi action thriller Samuk, starring Akshay Kumar and directed by Kanishk Varma, has completed its extensive shooting schedule in the UK.
'Samuk': Swanand Kirkire joins Akshay Kumar-Rukmini Maitr starrer
Actor-writer Swanand Kirkire has reportedly joined the cast of Akshay Kumar and producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah's upcoming film Samuk.
Swanand Kirkire reunites with Hirani for 'Pritam and Pedro'
Swanand Kirkire has reunited with filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani for the upcoming cybercrime chase series Pritam and Pedro.
Gulzar, Javed Akhtar, Muntashir on vulgarity in contemporary film music
Veteran lyricists Gulzar, Javed Akhtar, Manoj Muntashir, and Swanand Kirkire have expressed their concerns over the increasing vulgarity in contemporary film music.
Arbaaz Khan-Bhumika Chawla's 'Kesar Singh' to release in July
The upcoming drama Kesar Singh, starring Arbaaz Khan and Bhumika Chawla, is set to hit theaters in July, reported IANS.
'Bandwaale' review: Zahan Kapoor-Shalini Pandey's show is bland, predictable
Prime Video's new series, Bandwaale, is created and written by Ankur Tewari and Swanand Kirkire.
'Bandwaale' trailer: Poet, DJ, orchestra singer make a delightful band
The upcoming musical dramedy series Bandwaale is set to premiere on Prime Video. The makers released the trailer on Wednesday, which focuses on themes of friendship, rivalry, dreams, and self-discovery.
Prime's 'Bandwaale' gets release date: What to expect
Prime Video has announced that its upcoming Hindi musical dramedy series, Bandwaale, will be released globally on Friday, February 13. The show will be available in India and over 240 countries and territories.
Varun Grover-Adarsh Gourav's 'Kiss' arrives on Mubi on this date
Renowned Indian lyricist-screenwriter Varun Grover's short film Kiss is coming to OTT soon!
Why Swanand Kirkire thinks 'Animal' misused poetry and power
National Award-winning writer and lyricist Swanand Kirkire has voiced his discontent with Sandeep Reddy Vanga's film Animal, citing its inconsistent portrayal of poetry.
'Should be forgiven': Swanand Kirkire on Samay-Ranveer's 'Latent' row
Amid the raging controversy over YouTuber-podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia's comments on Samay Raina's India's Got Latent, lyricist-singer Swanand Kirkire has asked for forgiveness.
'Panchayat' S4 to begin filming on October 25: Report
After the dramatic end of Season 3, are you eagerly awaiting the return of the much-loved Amazon Prime Video series, Panchayat?
'Industry people were disappointed in me for 'Animal': Ranbir Kapoor
Ranbir Kapoor, the lead actor of the contentious blockbuster Animal, recently addressed the film's mixed reception.
OTT: Shefali Shah's 'Three of Us' is streaming now
Every year, Bollywood produces some underrated gems that often fail to make an impact in theaters but eventually age like fine wine.
'Three of Us' review: Splendid meditation on grief, love, nostalgia
Avinash Arun's Three of Us is a warm, measured, poetic film that makes you well up in more than one place.
Nandita Das's 'Zwigato': Kapil Sharma starrer's trailer is out
Acclaimed filmmaker Nandita Das's next directorial Zwigato is all set to release in India. The makers launched the trailer today and the event was attended by the protagonists Kapil Sharma and Shahana Goswami.
'Cash' review: Amol Parashar's comic caper is a fun watch
Recently, Disney+ Hotstar released Cash, starring Amol Parashar, Smriti Kalra, Swanand Kirkire, Kevin Dave, and Gulshan Grover.
'Tera Hua' review: The first track of 'Cash' is cheerful
After releasing the trailer of Cash, Disney+ Hotstar has dropped the first song of the dramedy. Titled Tera Hua, the track is picturized on Amol Parashar and Smriti Kalra.
Singer, lyricist Swanand Kirkire made Vice-President of Delhi Hindi Academy
Famous Bollywood playback singer and lyricist Swanand Kirkire has been appointed as the Vice-President of Delhi Hindi Academy.
Bollywood lyricists unite, demand credit on streaming platforms
Some of the best-known Hindi film songwriters, including Varun Grover, Swanand Kirkire, Neelesh Mishra and Anvita Dutt have come together for a unique music video, thereby urging music streaming platforms to grant them proper credits.
Anti-plastic song by Kirkire, Shaan screened at the United Nations
'Tik Tik Plastic Tik Na Paye Re', a song penned by noted lyricist Swanand Kirkire and composed by singer Shaan was screened at the United Nations in New York as part of its anti-plastic campaign.
'Helicopter Eela': Why Ajay Devgn apologized to Swanand Kirkire
Kajol starrer 'Helicopter Eela' fell prey to controversy soon after the trailer released, for not crediting lyricist Swanand Kirkire in the title-plate.
Marathi cinema is better, bolder than Bollywood: Akshay Kumar
Akshay Kumar, who has turned presenter for 'Chumbak,' believes Marathi cinema is way ahead of Bollywood when it comes to exploring complex stories.