Swanand Kirkire

Based in Mumbai

Specialise in: Experienced actor, lyricist, poet, playback singer, screenwriter, dialogue writer, and writer

Writes in: Primarily Hindi and Marathi, often infusing Urdu

Notable Commercial Work: Wrote and sang the nostalgic “Yaadon Bhari Pyaali” for Society Tea campaign

Brand Portfolio: Society Tea, Limca, CarDekho, Dark Fantasy

Feature Films/Web Series: Lage Raho Munna Bhai, 3 Idiots, Parineeta, Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, Dev.D, Barfi!, among others; acted in Qala and Panchayat 3 (cameos)

Accolades: National Film Award for Best Lyrics: Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006), 3 Idiots (2009), Filmfare nomination, IIFA Award, National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor: Chumbak (2018)

Additionally: began in theatre; wrote a Bhagat Singh-based play; worked as assistant to Sudhir Mishra

Social Media Handles:

• Instagram - @swanandkirkire